Paul Douglas
Portfolio Lead Member - Finance and Resources
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
254 meetings · Page 1 of 51
Staffing Committee - Tuesday, 28 April 2026 - 1.00 pm
The Staffing Committee of Waltham Forest Council was scheduled to consider the appointment of a new Strategic Director of Resources. The meeting's agenda also included standard procedural items such as apologies for absence and declarations of interest.
Shareholder Committee - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm
Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm
The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council met on Tuesday 14 April 2026. The meeting saw the approval of the Annual Procurement Plan for 2026/27. The Cabinet also approved the council's approach to the application for the GLA Social and Affordable Homes Programme (LSHAP) and noted the schemes to be put forward. Additionally, the Cabinet approved in principle the proposed acquisition of new build homes at Fellowship Square, Blocks H & J.
Council - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 7.30 pm
The Council of Waltham Forest convened for a special meeting on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to address several key financial and operational matters. The agenda included the setting of the Budget and Council Tax for the 2026/27 financial year, alongside the Treasury Management Strategy, Pay Policy Statement, and Members' Allowances Scheme for the same period. Additionally, the Council was scheduled to discuss the rationalisation and proportionality of its committees and review the draft calendar of meetings for the upcoming municipal year.
Cabinet - Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 2.00 pm
The Waltham Forest Cabinet meeting scheduled for Thursday, 19 February 2026, was set to discuss the council's financial outlook for the upcoming year, including the proposed budget and council tax levels for 2026/27. The meeting also included a review of the Housing Revenue Account budget, covering rents and service charges, and an update on the council's capital programme.
Decisions from Meetings
142 decisions · Page 1 of 29
Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm - April 14, 2026
The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Annual Procurement Plan for 2026/27 on 14 April 2026. The plan outlines proposed procurements over £172,000 for supplies and services or £1,000,000 for works. Detailed business cases for each procurement will be subject to approval by the Strategic Commissioning Board.
Recommendations Approved
Acquisition of New Build Homes at Fellowship Square - Blocks H & J
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm - April 14, 2026
The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council decided on 14/04/2026 to approve in principle the acquisition of 80 new build homes for affordable housing. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of Place to review financials and ensure affordability, and to enter into necessary legal agreements.
Recommendations Approved
Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm - April 14, 2026
The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan on 14/04/2026. The council agreed to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for grant funding to acquire a minimum of 77 affordable homes, with 62 for temporary accommodation and 15 for refugee resettlement. The decision also approved prudential borrowing for these acquisitions and delegated authority for final terms and accommodation provision methods.
Recommendations Approved
Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm - April 14, 2026
The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27 on 14/04/2026. The plan details proposed procurements for the coming year, with detailed business cases for each requiring approval by the Strategic Commissioning Board.
Recommendations Approved
Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm - April 14, 2026
The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan on 14/04/2026. The council agreed to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for £18.2m grant funding to acquire a minimum of 77 properties for temporary accommodation and refugee resettlement. This includes prudential borrowing of £13.2m for temporary accommodation and £3.8m for refugee resettlement properties, with final terms delegated to the Corporate Director Capital Delivery and Estates.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 254
- Average per month
- 1.3
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 142