The Enfield Cabinet met on Wednesday 9 September 2026 to discuss and approve a range of significant plans and financial monitoring reports. Key decisions included the adoption of the new Council Plan 2026-30, approval of budget realignments and capital funding for transformation projects, and the adoption of a new Serious Violence Strategy.

Council Plan 2026-30

The Cabinet recommended that Full Council adopt the new Council Plan 2026-30: Delivering for Enfield. This plan sets out the Council's strategic direction and priorities for the next four years, replacing the previous Investing in Enfield plan. The new plan is structured around seven priority outcomes: A Cleaner Enfield, A Greener Enfield, A Safer Enfield, A Thriving Enfield, A Stronger Enfield, An Affordable Enfield, and A Connected Enfield. Each priority outcome is supported by strategic actions to guide the Council's work. The plan was developed following extensive consultation and analysis of local data, and an Equality Impact Assessment indicated no expected adverse impacts, with a positive impact anticipated for all residents.

2026/27 Q1 Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report

The Cabinet approved several key financial decisions based on the Q1 monitoring report. These included:

• Budget Realignment: £7.3 million was realigned from corporate underspends to Adult Social Care, Housing General Fund, Environment & Communities, and Education. This reflects structural budget changes required since the initial budget was set in February 2026.
• Capital Pipeline Reduction: The in-year capital pipeline budget was reduced by £3 million. This capacity will be used to fund transformation expenditure, which was originally budgeted to be funded by revenue, thereby protecting reserves.
• Use of Capital Receipts: Full Council approval was requested to use £3 million of capital receipts to fund transformation expenditure (£2 million for Digital Services and £1 million for corporate transformation), if required at year-end to protect reserves, under the Flexible Use of Capital Receipts provisions.
• Local Authority Housing Fund Allocation: The Cabinet accepted the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government's allocation of £22.537 million under Round 4 of the Local Authority Housing Fund (LAHF). This funding will support the delivery of 106 homes over a four-year period.

2026/27 Q1 Treasury Monitoring

The Cabinet noted the borrowing and investments position and estimates as at 30th June 2026 and for Quarter 1 of the financial year 2026/27. They also noted that the Q1 Revenue and Capital Financial Monitoring report requested a reduction of the capital financing budget by £3 million, to be vired to Adult Social Care. Furthermore, the Cabinet approved the principle that any further capital financing underspends beyond this £3 million would be used to repay debt, as Voluntary Minimum Revenue Provision.

2025/26 Q4 Performance Report

The Cabinet noted the progress being made against the key priority indicators for Enfield. The scorecard will be reviewed and updated for the October Cabinet meeting. Additionally, the Cabinet noted the Complaints report, which is to be submitted to the Housing Ombudsman, and the Tenant Satisfaction Measures rating, which has been submitted to the Housing Regulator.

Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35

The Cabinet approved and adopted the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35. This decision complies with Section 8 of the Police Crime Sentencing and Courts Act 2022. The Cabinet also noted the endorsement of the strategy by the Safer Stronger Communities Board on 30 April 2026, recommending its adoption by statutory partner organisations, and the endorsement of its structure and content by the Healthy and Safe Scrutiny Committee on 4 February 2026. The strategy adopts a public health approach with priorities including tackling serious violence affecting under-25s, violence connected to organised criminality, weapon-enabled violence, domestic abuse, and sexual violence.

Unlocking Broomfield for the Community

The Cabinet approved the acceptance and entering into a grant agreement with the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to commence the delivery phase of the 'Unlocking Broomfield for the Community' project. Officers were delegated authority to sign the Permission to Start form. Council match funding of £0.5 million was approved, and £4.6 million was added to the capital programme. This growth is funded by an £4.1 million NLHF grant and £0.5 million Council funding, financed by capital receipts in 2028/29 and 2029/30. The Cabinet also approved going out to tender for suppliers and consultants, and delegated authority to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration to procure, award, and enter into contracts. Legal advice confirmed that the proposed use of Broomfield House aligns with the current restrictive covenant.

Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-31

The Cabinet approved the Tenancy Strategy 2026-2031 and the Tenancy Policy 2026-2031. The policy introduces a new provision for 10-year fixed-term tenancies at new let stage for residents allocated a three-bedroom home. The Director for Council Homes (Residents) will have delegated authority to make exceptions where family needs are enduring. Authority was also delegated to the Executive Director for Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Technology, for any changes to the policy during this period.

Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026 - 2031

The Cabinet approved a six-week consultation on the draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026-2031. Authority was delegated for amendments to the strategy and action plan following consultation to the Cabinet Member for Housing and the Executive Director of Housing & Regeneration. Subject to consultation, the publication of the action plan and associated targets by 1 December 2027 was agreed. The Cabinet also noted that the delivery of the Strategy will be supported by a detailed Action Plan, reviewed and updated annually.

Review of On and Off-Street Parking Charges for Stays Under One Hour, Including Proposed 30-Minute Free Parking

The Cabinet agreed to proceed with statutory consultation on the proposed parking tariff amendments, including the introduction of a free 30-minute parking session per vehicle per day. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Environment & Communities, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Environment, to determine whether to proceed with implementation following consideration of all consultation responses. If a decision is taken to proceed, authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Environment & Communities to make and publish the necessary Traffic Orders.

Enfield Chase Landscape Recovery Scheme proposed disposal and part surrender

The Cabinet agreed, subject to obtaining consent from the Secretary of State (Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government) and the Duchy of Lancaster, to the sale of agricultural land south of The Ridgeway and north of Hadley Road, comprising approximately 54.77 hectares (135.37 acres). Authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Director of Finance and the Director of Law and Governance, to take all necessary steps to finalise terms, enter into agreements, submit applications for consent, and agree any variations to the sale price or rent on any lease.

Walbrook House Next Steps

The Cabinet agreed that refurbishment is no longer a viable option for Walbrook House due to its structural limitations, increasing costs, and ongoing Building Safety Act obligations. They agreed to the demolition of Walbrook House, with demolition to commence as soon as vacant possession, funding, and necessary approvals are in place. The Cabinet noted the progress made in securing vacant possession and acquiring leaseholder interests. Authority was granted to use Compulsory Purchase Order powers, with a draft Statement of Reasons included in the appendices. The making of the Order to acquire all property and third-party rights within the land edged red on the Order Map was approved, for housing purposes. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Director of Law and Governance, to make necessary changes to the draft Statement of Reasons, finalise and confirm Order documents, make General Vesting Declarations, serve notices to treat and notices of entry, issue warrants for possession, and acquire third-party interests. The budget items required for the enactment of the CPO were approved, and authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Technology, to undertake relevant consultation on the Estate and consider feedback before progressing development proposals.

6 Monthly Review of the Corporate Risk Register

The Cabinet agreed the recommendations contained within the Part 2 report regarding the 6-monthly review of the Corporate Risk Register.

The meeting was confirmed as held, and decisions were made.