Kischa Green

Council - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council of Waltham Forest convened for a special meeting on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to address several key financial and operational matters. The agenda included the setting of the Budget and Council Tax for the 2026/27 financial year, alongside the Treasury Management Strategy, Pay Policy Statement, and Members' Allowances Scheme for the same period. Additionally, the Council was scheduled to discuss the rationalisation and proportionality of its committees and review the draft calendar of meetings for the upcoming municipal year.

Communities and Public Protection Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Communities and Public Protection Scrutiny Committee of Waltham Forest Council was scheduled to discuss updates on neighbourhood policing and community safety initiatives. Key topics included progress on the Citizens' Assembly recommendations, the implications of new counter-terrorism legislation, and the council's forward plan for scrutiny activities.

Council - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.30 pm

The Waltham Forest Council meeting on Thursday, 11 December 2025, saw the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting and a significant Labour Group motion calling for urgent reforms to tackle gambling harms. The council also agreed to continue the proposed income-banded Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026/27, maintaining the maximum award at 85% for working-aged people.

Communities and Public Protection Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Communities and Public Protection Scrutiny Committee of Waltham Forest Council met on Wednesday 19 November 2025. The committee received reports on specialist services for Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), the Violence Reduction and Community Safety Summer Plan, and the ongoing scrutiny work of the council. The committee noted these reports and discussed potential future agenda items and actions.

Council - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Waltham Forest Council met to discuss a range of topics, including amendments to the council's constitution, treasury management, and a motion regarding support for local businesses. Councillors agreed to amend the Council Procedure Rules and the Councillor's Code of Conduct, and noted reports on treasury management activities, scrutiny, and the use of emergency provisions. The council also rejected a Conservative Group motion calling for support for local businesses.