Councillor Nate Higgins

Pensions Committee - Wednesday 10th December 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Pensions Committee of Newham Council met on Wednesday 10 December 2025 to discuss updates on pension administration, the fund's business plan, and investment strategy. Key decisions included noting administration updates, approving the Pension Administration Strategy and Charging Policy, and approving the Pension Administration budget for 2025-26.

Crime, Environment and Transport Scrutiny Commission - Tuesday 9th December 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Crime, Environment and Transport Scrutiny Commission of Newham Council met on Tuesday 9th December 2025. The meeting focused on reviewing the effectiveness of partnerships aimed at improving community safety, particularly in Stratford and East Ham, and assessing the progress of the Newham Integrated Community Enforcement (NICE) model. Discussions also covered the annual review of the Newham Safety Partnership and its strategic plan, alongside updates on efforts to combat serious violence and anti-social behaviour across the borough.

Extraordinary, Council - Monday 8th December 2025 6.30 p.m.

Newham Council is holding an extraordinary meeting where they will consider nominations for Honorary Alderperson and Honorary Freedom of the Borough Awards. The council will also address standard meeting procedures such as apologies for absence and declarations of interest.

Council - Monday 8th December 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 8 December 2025 saw significant announcements regarding the borough's future, including Newham being chosen as the preferred new home for London's historic Billingate and Smithfield markets, and the designation of the Youth Empowerment Service as an exemplary national service. Key discussions also revolved around the upcoming council budget, the progress of the Just Transition Plan, and motions addressing immigration policies and support for unpaid carers.

Themed, Council - Monday 10th November 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Council of Newham convened on Monday 10 November 2025 to discuss a range of significant issues, including the borough's approach to growth, waste management, and housing affordability. The meeting agenda included updates from Cabinet members, a review of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee's work programme, and consideration of a themed report on Growth with a Purpose: Homes, Jobs, and Inclusive Communities. A key item was the proposed submission of the East London Joint Waste Plan to the Secretary of State, alongside discussions on two motions submitted by the Green Group and the Labour Group.