Councillor Liz Cronin

Budget, Council - Thursday 26th February 2026 7.30 p.m.

The Council meeting scheduled for Thursday 26 February 2026 was set to discuss the borough's budget for the upcoming financial year, including proposed savings and growth allocations. Key areas for discussion included the Housing Revenue Account budget, the Council Tax setting for 2026/27, and the Medium-Term Financial Strategy for the next five years. The meeting also included reports on the Treasury Management Strategy, the Capital Investment Strategy, and proposed changes to fees and charges.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 17th February 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Newham Council met on Tuesday 17 February 2026. The meeting's agenda included a review of the Council's Work Programme, consideration of the final budget proposals for the 2026/27 financial year, and updates from Scrutiny Commission Chairs.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 12th February 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Newham Council was scheduled to consider the findings and recommendations of the Budget Scrutiny Commission regarding the council's draft budget proposals for 2026/27. The committee was also set to review the council's work programme and discuss its forward plan.

Crime, Environment and Transport Scrutiny Commission - Wednesday, 4 February 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Crime, Environment and Transport Scrutiny Commission of Newham Council was scheduled to discuss several key issues impacting the borough. These included an update on Thames Water's investment programme and its impact on residents, a review of road safety and kerbside infrastructure, and an examination of capital investment in highways maintenance and sustainable transport initiatives.

Health and Wellbeing Board - Wednesday 21st January 2026 6.30 p.m.

The Health and Wellbeing Board of Newham Council met on Wednesday 21 January 2026 to discuss community insights into health and care services, strategic approaches from the North East London Integrated Care System (ICS), and annual reports from the Newham Safeguarding Children Partnership (NSCP) and the Newham Safeguarding Adults Board (NSAB). Key decisions included noting the ICS System Strategy and endorsing the NSCP's priorities for the coming year.