Councillor Oscar Ford

Council - Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Havering Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 18 March 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the council's Contract Procedure Rules, proposed changes to the council's Constitution, and the annual Pay Policy Statement.

Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Cabinet of Havering Council met on Wednesday 11 March 2026, discussing a range of significant issues including the construction of a new special educational needs school, the procurement of vital health services, and plans to address housing needs. Key decisions included approving the award of the main contract for the Balgores Special School, proceeding with the procurement of the Integrated Sexual Health Service and the Healthy Child Programme, and agreeing to a new build-to-rent scheme to increase housing availability.

Council Tax Setting, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Havering Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 4 March 2026, with the primary focus of the meeting being the setting of the Council's budget and Council Tax for the 2026/27 financial year. The meeting will also include consideration of the Greater London Authority's budget and precept decisions.

Audit Committee - Tuesday, 24th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The Cabinet of Havering Council is scheduled to consider several key business plans and financial updates. These include proposals for the Housing Revenue Account, regeneration projects in Rainham and Beam Park, and the Bridge Close development.

Cabinet - Wednesday, 18th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The Cabinet meeting of Havering Council on Wednesday 18 February 2026 focused heavily on the Council's precarious financial situation, with a proposed 4.99% increase in Council Tax and a significant budget gap for the upcoming years. Key decisions included the approval of the 2026/27 Council Budget Report and the 2026-2030 Medium Term Financial Strategy, alongside the Treasury Management Strategy Statement and the Five Year Capital Programme.