The Gospel Oak District Management Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 25 June 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the committee's constitution and code of conduct, updates on housing investment strategies, and progress on implementing Awaab's Law. Discussions are also planned regarding the process for bidding for District Management Committee (DMC) funding, the work of the Housing Investigations team, and the Gospel Oak DMC's budget.

Constitution and Code of Conduct

The committee is scheduled to consider amendments to its constitution and code of conduct for the upcoming municipal year. These proposed changes are detailed in the Supplementary Agenda ¹ and are to be proposed by Terence Ewing. The constitution outlines the purpose of the DMC, which is to act as an advisory committee to the Council's Cabinet on housing and related district issues. It also details members' voting rights, attendance policies, and the duties and responsibilities of the Chair and Vice-Chairs. The London Borough of Camden Tenant & Leaseholder Engagement Code of Conduct, which all members are expected to abide by, will also be reviewed.

Refreshed DMC Funding and Bidding Process

A report from the Resident Experience Programme Manager, Thomas Broad, will be presented concerning a refreshed process for bidding for DMC funding. This initiative, developed in collaboration with DMC Chairs, aims to refine the application process for resident-led community projects. Key changes include the introduction of separate Terms of Reference (TOR) and Bidding Guidance documents, with the TOR to be reviewed regularly and the Guidance document updated based on resident feedback. The refreshed process also aims to encourage partnership working with Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations, although bids must still be submitted via a registered Tenant and Residents' Association (TRA), Tenant Management Organisation (TMO), or similar body. The DMC Funding Guidance document provides further details on what can be applied for, including environmental improvements, community hall upgrades, and sports equipment.

Housing Investigations

The Director of Housing will provide an update on the work of the Housing Investigations team (HIT). This team is responsible for ensuring that individuals living in or applying for council homes are entitled to them, and investigates various forms of tenancy fraud. The report highlights that in the 2025-2026 period, 55 homes were recovered through the team's efforts, including those resulting from ineligible succession or assignment applications, and fraudulent right to buy requests. The report also notes the significant financial impact of tenancy fraud, estimating a London average of £66,000 per home.

Gospel Oak DMC Budget

The Senior Engagement Officer will present a report detailing the Gospel Oak DMC budget allocation for 2026/2027. This report will cover progress on approved bids and any new bids submitted for consideration. The total budget for the financial year is £154,060.00, with no bids having been approved or submitted for consideration at the June 2026 meeting at the time of the report's compilation. The report also advises TRAs to use the Special Projects Grant (SPG) for social activities, which has a £750 limit.

Housing Investment Strategy Update

An update on the delivery of the Council's Housing Asset Management Strategy (AMS) will be provided by Sinéad Burke, Chief Asset Management Officer. The AMS, approved in January 2025 alongside the wider Housing Investment Strategy (HIP), outlines the Council's approach to investing in its housing stock between 2025 and 2030, with the aim of ensuring sufficient decent, safe, warm and family-friendly housing. The strategy plans to invest £670 million in the Council's homes over the next five years. The report details progress on the Capital Investment Programme, including new projects commissioned and the delivery of external works programmes. It also provides key performance information regarding the Decent Homes Standard, noting a slight increase in homes not meeting the standard in the 25/26 financial year, attributed to reduced capital investment. Updates on fire safety actions and the implementation of new Building Control Gateway processes for high-rise buildings are also included.

Awaab's Law - Phase 1 and 2 Progress Report

Michelle La Rue-Hart, Programme Delivery Lead, will present a progress report on Camden's delivery against Awaab's Law. This legislation introduces a strengthened statutory framework for social landlords, requiring them to investigate hazards within defined timeframes, complete remediation, maintain robust records, and communicate effectively with residents. Phase 1, focusing on damp and mould hazards, commenced in October 2025 and is described as embedded and operating effectively, with full compliance achieved across most statutory Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). However, performance challenges remain in emergency response within 24 hours and significant hazard investigations within 10 days, primarily due to resident no-access and engagement issues. Phase 2, which will broaden the scope to a wider range of housing hazards, is in the mobilisation stage, with a clear delivery approach and identified risks.