Hannah Dalgleish
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
4 meetings
Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m.
The Cabinet meeting of Tower Hamlets Council on Tuesday 24 March 2026 addressed a wide range of issues, including significant regeneration projects, budget monitoring, and the council's commitment to equality and diversity. Key decisions included the approval of a 30-year lease for Mudchute Farm and Park, the addition of the Boundary Estate Community Launderette to the Community Premises Portfolio, and the renewal of a lease for the Highway Clubs Charity. The meeting also reviewed the Strategic Delivery and Performance Report, noting a decrease in 'green' performance indicators and an increase in 'amber' indicators, alongside seven 'red' indicators. A new task and finish group was agreed to address consistently underperforming indicators. The council's Annual Equality Report highlighted progress in tackling inequality, with notable achievements in women's services, support for disabled residents, and initiatives for Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic communities. Decisions were also made regarding the commissioning of overnight short breaks for children with complex needs, the approval of the Tower Hamlets Future Places framework to attract investment, and the progression of the Tomlinson Close and Harriott, Apsley & Pattison Houses regeneration schemes. The Best Start Family Hubs Programme received approval for commissioning, and the redevelopment of Whitechapel Leisure Centre was advanced with the appointment of a design team. Finally, the Cabinet reviewed the Quarter 3 Budget Monitoring report, noting an £18.6 million General Fund overspend, and noted the Record of Corporate Director's Actions.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 18th February, 2026 2.00 p.m.
The Cabinet meeting on Wednesday 18 February 2026 saw the approval of a significant £609 million investment in the borough's housing stock over the next two years, alongside the adoption of a new ten-year Housing Strategy. Key decisions were also made regarding school admissions arrangements for 2027/28 and a revised procurement strategy for capital investment programmes.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 5.30 p.m.
The Cabinet meeting on 28 January 2026 saw the approval of a significant new build housing programme, including the acquisition of 329 homes across three development sites and the procurement for 148 new social rented homes across five schemes. The meeting also addressed the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy for 2026-2029, proposing a General Fund Revenue Funding Requirement of £487.758 million and a 2% Adult Social Care precept increase, alongside a 2.99% rise in general Council Tax.
Transformation & Budget Oversight & Assurance Board - Thursday, 22 January 2026 - 11.00 a.m.
Decisions from Meetings
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Tomlinson Close Mini Regeneration Housing Scheme
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m. - March 24, 2026
The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets approved recommendations for the Tomlinson Close Mini Regeneration Housing Scheme on 24/03/2026. The decision included approving a Demolition Notice, removing the Right to Buy for new council-owned homes except for rehoused tenants, and approving the Decant and Rehousing Strategy. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director Housing Regeneration to sign off the final design and submit the planning application.
Recommendations Approved
Whitechapel Leisure Centre - Redevelopment
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m. - March 24, 2026
The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets decided on 24/03/2026 to approve a budget to procure and appoint a design team and associated professional services for the redevelopment of Whitechapel Leisure Centre. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director of Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Mayor, to appoint the design team and other professional services, with gateway approvals at each design stage. The decision also included commencing engagement with TFL and other stakeholders, and carrying out public consultation.
Recommendations Approved
Record of Corporate Director Actions 2025/26 Q3
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m. - March 24, 2026
The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets Council noted the Record of Corporate Directors’ Actions on 24 March 2026. The Corporate Director for Resources approved the record.
For Determination
Budget Monitoring 2025/26 – Quarter 3 Forecast Outturn
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m. - March 24, 2026
The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets decided on 24 March 2026 to note the council's quarter 3 revenue and capital forecasts. They approved in principle an increase in funding substitutions, subject to governance processes, and noted progress on savings targets. The Cabinet also approved that the General Fund forecast net overspend would be funded from the risk reserve and approved the General Fund and Housing Revenue Account capital net positions subject to final outturn.
Recommendations Approved
Best Start Family Hubs Programme
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m. - March 24, 2026
The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets approved the allocation and expenditure of up to £1.6 million for the Perinatal Mental Health and Parent-Infant Relationship service for 2026-2029. They also approved the commencement of procurement to secure specialist delivery partners and authorised the Corporate Director for Children's Services to award a contract. This decision includes commissioning the Perinatal Mental Health and Parent-Infant Relationship service and beginning the procurement process.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 4
- Average per month
- 1.3
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
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