Councillor Oscar Ford
Email: Councilloroscar.ford@havering.gov.uk
Council: Havering
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
49 meetings · Page 1 of 10
Health & Wellbeing Board - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 1.00 pm
The Health and Wellbeing Board is scheduled to consider a range of reports covering safeguarding, children's services, sexual health, arts and culture, sports and physical activity, and drug and alcohol misuse. These discussions aim to inform the board's strategic direction and support the health and wellbeing of Havering residents.
Additional Cabinet Meeting, Cabinet - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Cabinet of Havering Council was scheduled to consider several business plans for regeneration projects and housing initiatives. A key item on the agenda was the review of comments from the Place Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee regarding Mercury Land Holdings (MLH) and regeneration plans.
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council meeting on Wednesday 21 January 2026 was largely dominated by a debate over an urgent motion concerning Mercury Land Holdings, which ultimately led to the adjournment of most business. After extensive procedural discussions and votes, the council agreed to defer the remaining agenda items to a future date.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 7.00 pm
The Havering Council Cabinet met to discuss several key issues, including the implementation of a special educational needs (SEND) unit at the Royal Liberty School, proposed changes to property licensing schemes, and future plans for former library sites. They approved recommendations for a new SEND facility, a framework for short breaks provision, and the extension of an alcohol and drugs contract. However, decisions regarding the future of former library premises were deferred for further review.
Council - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 7.30 pm
The Havering Council meeting included discussions on tree inspections, the Romford Police Station front desk closure, and support for Zane's Law[^2], as well as the approval of the East London Joint Waste Plan submission. Councillors also addressed petitions and member questions on local issues.
Decisions from Meetings
112 decisions · Page 9 of 23
Report of Overview & Scrutiny
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.00 pm - May 07, 2025
...to consider the recommendations made by the Overview and Scrutiny Board regarding the Havering Volunteer Centre and the scrutiny process, agreeing to some and disagreeing to others.
Recommendations Approved
Children in Care Sufficiency Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.00 pm - May 07, 2025
...to approve the Childcare Sufficiency Strategy 2025-2028, as detailed in Appendix 1, to meet the council's statutory duty to provide sufficient accommodation for children in care.
Recommendations approved
Havering Climate Change Action Plan 2024-27 Annual Report
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.00 pm - May 07, 2025
...to note the progress made in tackling the climate emergency and the overall emissions for Havering Council, as outlined in the Havering Climate Change Action Plan 2024-27 Annual Report.
Recommendations Approved
Joining Pseudo-Dynamic Purchasing System for Children’s Care Placements
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.00 pm - May 07, 2025
...to improve access to quality children's care placements and better manage budgets, Havering will join Newham's Pseudo Dynamic Purchasing System.
Recommendations Approved
Proposed Submission East London Joint Waste Plan for Consultation (Regulation 19)
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th April, 2025 7.00 pm - April 09, 2025
The Cabinet of Havering decided to consult on the Proposed Submission East London Joint Waste Plan (Regulation 19) and publish the new Local Development Scheme.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 49
Average per Month: 2.0
Decisions Recorded: 112