Councillor Shafi Ahmed
Email: shafi.ahmed@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Council: Tower Hamlets
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
94 meetings · Page 1 of 19
Human Resources Committee - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 6.30 p.m.
Grants Determination (Cabinet) Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 5.30 p.m.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 5.30 p.m.
The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets Council is scheduled to convene on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, with a packed agenda covering significant financial strategies, housing development, environmental initiatives, and youth engagement. Key discussions are expected to revolve around the council's financial outlook for the coming years, the procurement of new housing projects, and progress on environmental targets.
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.00 p.m.
The Council meeting on 21 January 2026 saw councillors pay tribute to the late Dobiru Islam Choudhury and Simon Baxter, with numerous members sharing fond memories and condolences. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to debating and voting on motions concerning the proposed Chinese Embassy development and the impact of government changes to affordable housing targets.
Decisions from Meetings
146 decisions · Page 23 of 30
Be Well - Leisure Capital Investment Proposals
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 27th November, 2024 5.30 p.m. - November 27, 2024
...to approve in principle a Be Well leisure facility improvement programme, including an additional £1.504 million in capital funding for 2024/25 and the development of options for sauna and steam facilities at two leisure centres, while delegating authority to the Chief Executive to agree additional capital funding for the latter.
Recommendations Approved
Young Tower Hamlets Progress Update
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 27th November, 2024 5.30 p.m. - November 27, 2024
...to continue the rollout of the Young Tower Hamlets youth service in line with the implementation plan and note the progress made in its development.
Recommendations Approved
Neighbourhood Planning: Determination of Roman Road Bow Neighbourhood Forum Redesignation Application
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 27th November, 2024 5.30 p.m. - November 27, 2024
... whether to defer a decision on the redesignation of the Roman Road Bow Neighbourhood Forum, allowing time to address concerns about community representation.
Recommendations Approved
Health and Adult Scrutiny - Disabilities Peoples Access to Sports and Exercise Provision
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 27th November, 2024 5.30 p.m. - November 27, 2024
...whether to approve the Service Action Plan, based on a review of accessible sports and fitness initiatives, aimed at improving opportunities for disabled residents in the borough's leisure services.
Recommendations Approved
Approval of council’s Tenant and Leaseholder Engagement Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 27th November, 2024 5.30 p.m. - November 27, 2024
... whether to approve the refreshed Council Tenant and Leaseholder's Engagement Strategy, taking into account equalities impacts and regulatory assurances.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 94
Average per Month: 4.3
Decisions Recorded: 146