Marc Francis

Development Committee - Thursday, 23 April 2026 - 6.30 p.m.

The Development Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Thursday 23 April 2026, where they granted planning permission for a terrace structure at Discovery Dock Apartments East. The committee also refused an application for a non-material amendment to school operating hours at the junction of Glenworth Avenue and Saunders Ness Road.

Development Committee - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 6.30 p.m.

The Development Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Thursday, 26 March 2026. The committee discussed two planning applications. The first, concerning amendments to the operating hours of Canary Wharf College Glenworth Primary School, was refused. The second, regarding a terrace structure at Discovery Dock East, was deferred for further information on fire safety.

Council - Wednesday, 25th March, 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Tower Hamlets Council meeting on 25 March 2026 addressed a wide range of issues, including significant concerns about the council's governance and financial management, as well as updates on housing conditions and public services. Key decisions included the approval of a new council constitution and committee procedure rules, and the adoption of the council's pay policy statement for 2026/27.

Audit Committee - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 6.30 p.m.

The Audit Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss the external auditor's annual report and audit results for the 2024/25 financial year. The committee also reviewed the progress of the action plan in response to external recommendations, the corporate risk register, and the internal audit plan and charter for 2026-27. Key decisions included noting the external auditor's reports and approving the internal audit plan and charter.

Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 10 March 2026 - 4.30 p.m.

The Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee met to discuss the performance of Adult Social Care, the proposed organisational changes within the North East London Integrated Care Board (ICB), and the future commissioning of community equipment services. Key decisions included the direct award of a contract for community equipment services to Enabled Living Healthcare and the agreement to enter into a service level agreement with Newham Council for equipment supply.