Richard Ennis

Cabinet - Friday, 27 March 2026 - 3.00 p.m.

The Cabinet meeting on Friday, 27 March 2026, saw the approval of a significant Memorandum of Understanding with JP Morgan Chase for a major development in Canary Wharf, alongside the green light for several key contract awards and funding for essential building safety and childcare programmes. Key decisions included the approval of a £11.3 million funding injection for the Maltings and Brewster building safety project, the award of a General Build Measured Term Contract, and the allocation of grants for the Wraparound Childcare Programme.

Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m.

The Cabinet meeting of Tower Hamlets Council on Tuesday 24 March 2026 addressed a wide range of issues, including significant regeneration projects, budget monitoring, and the council's commitment to equality and diversity. Key decisions included the approval of a 30-year lease for Mudchute Farm and Park, the addition of the Boundary Estate Community Launderette to the Community Premises Portfolio, and the renewal of a lease for the Highway Clubs Charity. The meeting also reviewed the Strategic Delivery and Performance Report, noting a decrease in 'green' performance indicators and an increase in 'amber' indicators, alongside seven 'red' indicators. A new task and finish group was agreed to address consistently underperforming indicators. The council's Annual Equality Report highlighted progress in tackling inequality, with notable achievements in women's services, support for disabled residents, and initiatives for Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic communities. Decisions were also made regarding the commissioning of overnight short breaks for children with complex needs, the approval of the Tower Hamlets Future Places framework to attract investment, and the progression of the Tomlinson Close and Harriott, Apsley & Pattison Houses regeneration schemes. The Best Start Family Hubs Programme received approval for commissioning, and the redevelopment of Whitechapel Leisure Centre was advanced with the appointment of a design team. Finally, the Cabinet reviewed the Quarter 3 Budget Monitoring report, noting an £18.6 million General Fund overspend, and noted the Record of Corporate Director's Actions.

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.

Meeting Pensions Committee - Monday, 9th March, 2026 4.00 p.m.

The Pensions Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Monday 09 March 2026 to discuss a range of important matters concerning the pension fund. Key decisions included the approval of the Pension Fund Business Plan and Budget for 2026/27, the adjusted contribution rate strategy for Tower Hamlets Council, and the final Funding Strategy Statement. The committee also noted the impact of upcoming LGPS regulatory reforms on the fund's risk profile and agreed to a redesign of the Pension Fund Risk Register.