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Cabinet - Wednesday, 9 September 2026 - 7.00 pm
September 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm Cabinet View on council websiteSummary
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The Cabinet of Enfield Council met on Wednesday 09 September 2026. The Cabinet agreed to recommend that Full Council adopt the new Council Plan for 2026-30 and agreed to approve and adopt a Serious Violence Strategy for 2026-35. The meeting also saw the approval of financial realignments for the 2026/27 Q1 Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report, including the agreement to accept £22.537m from the Local Authority Housing Fund.
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, aiming for a cleaner, greener, safer, thriving, stronger, more affordable, and connected Enfield. It details seven overarching priority outcomes and the strategic actions to achieve them. The plan was developed following extensive research, including analysis of local socio-economic data, Council performance data, and benchmarking with other local authorities. An Equalities Impact Assessment indicated that the plan is expected to have positive impacts across all protected characteristics and socio-economic groups, with particular benefits anticipated for age, disability, care experience, and socio-economic status.
2026/27 Q1 Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report
The Cabinet approved several key decisions regarding the Council's finances for the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. These included:
- Realignment of £7.3m: Funds were realigned from corporate underspends to Adult Social Care, Housing General Fund, Environment & Communities, and Education to reflect structural budget changes and increased demand for services.
- Reduction in Capital Pipeline Budget: The in-year capital pipeline budget was reduced by £3m to fund transformation expenditure, protecting reserves.
- Use of Capital Receipts: A request was made to Full Council for approval to use £3m of capital receipts for transformation expenditure, specifically £2m for Digital Services and £1m 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 Council agreed to accept an allocation of £22.537m from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government under Round 4 of the Local Authority Housing Fund (LAHF) to support the delivery of 106 homes over a four-year period.
The report highlighted significant demand and cost pressures, particularly in Adult Social Care, Special Education Needs Transport, and Homelessness services. Mitigation measures are being actively pursued by service areas. Risk reserves are forecast to remain above the minimum threshold, but the report noted potential risks that could impact this position. The Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) is forecast to be overspent, resulting in a cumulative deficit, with support expected from a High Needs Stability Grant. The capital programme is forecast to spend £390.0m against an approved budget of £493.1m, with a reliance on capital receipts to fund expenditure that would otherwise require borrowing.
Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35
The Cabinet agreed to approve and adopt the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35. This strategy sets out five key priorities for preventing and reducing serious violence, including tackling violence affecting young people under 25, violence connected to organised criminality, weapon-enabled violence, domestic abuse, and sexual violence. The strategy adopts a public health approach and is underpinned by four core principles: recognising and challenging inequalities, adopting a risk-outside-of-the-home safeguarding approach, responding to the most prevalent serious violence issues, and utilising the full range of tools and powers available. The strategy complies with Section 8 of the Police Crime Sentencing and Courts Act 2022. The Cabinet noted the endorsement of the strategy by the Safer Stronger Communities Board and the Healthy and Safe Scrutiny Committee.
Unlocking Broomfield for the Community
The Cabinet agreed to approve 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. This includes agreeing to approve Council match funding of £0.5m and agreeing to approve the addition of £4.6 million to the approved capital programme. The project, which aims to preserve the heritage of Broomfield House and enhance Broomfield Park, is predominantly grant-funded by the NLHF (£4.1m), with the Council's £0.5m match funding to be financed by capital receipts in 2028/29 and 2029/30. The Cabinet also agreed to approve going out to tender for necessary suppliers and consultants, delegating authority to the Executive Director for Housing and Regeneration for procurement. Legal advice confirmed that the proposed use of Broomfield House aligns with the existing restrictive covenant.
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 £3m, to be vired to Adult Social Care. Crucially, the Cabinet agreed to approve the principle that any further capital financing underspends would be used to repay debt, acting as Voluntary Minimum Revenue Provision.
2025/26 Q4 Performance Report
The Cabinet noted the progress being made against the key priority indicators for Enfield, as detailed in the Corporate Performance Scorecard. It was also noted that the scorecard would 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 ratings, which have been submitted to the Housing Regulator.
Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-31
The Cabinet agreed to approve the Tenancy Strategy 2026-2031 and the Tenancy Policy 2026-2031. A key change introduced by the policy is a new provision for 10-year fixed-term tenancies at new let stage for residents allocated a three-bedroom home. Exceptions to this provision can be made by the Director for Council Homes (Residents) where family needs are enduring. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director for Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing & Technology, for any changes to the policy during its effective period.
Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026 - 2031
The Cabinet agreed to approve 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. The publication of the action plan and associated targets by 1 December 2027 was also agreed, subject to the consultation outcomes. The delivery of the Strategy will be supported by a detailed Action Plan, which will be 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 proposed parking tariff amendments, including the introduction of a 30-minute free 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 to agree, subject to obtaining consent from the Secretary of State and the Duchy of Lancaster, to the sale of agricultural land south of The Ridgeway and north of Hadley Road. 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 finalise terms and enter into necessary agreements. This decision facilitates the Enfield Chase Landscape Recovery Scheme, which has secured £38m in DEFRA funding, while also generating a capital receipt.
Walbrook House Next Steps
The Cabinet agreed to agree that refurbishment is no longer a viable option for Walbrook House due to structural limitations, increasing costs, and ongoing Building Safety Act obligations. Consequently, they agreed to agree to the demolition of Walbrook House once vacant possession, funding, and necessary approvals are in place. The Cabinet also agreed to agree to use Compulsory Purchase Order powers to acquire any remaining interests, with authority delegated to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration for the CPO process and future resident engagement on the estate. Budget items for the enactment of the CPO were also approved.
6 Monthly Review of the Corporate Risk Register
The Cabinet agreed the recommendations contained within the Part 2 report regarding the six-monthly review of the Corporate Risk Register.
The meeting was attended by Councillors Alessandro Georgiou (Leader of the Council), Michael Rye OBE (Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Planning and Regeneration), Maria Alexandrou (Cabinet Member for Environment), Lee Chamberlain (Cabinet Member for Housing and Technology), Chris Dey (Cabinet Member for Children's Services & Chief Whip), James Hockney (Cabinet Member for Finance), Andy Milne (Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care), Elisa Morreale (Cabinet Member for Licensing), Edward Smith (Cabinet Member for Council Assets and Culture), and Andrew Thorp (Cabinet Member for Communications and Customer Services).
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet approved and adopted the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35 on 09 September 2026. The Cabinet noted the endorsement of the strategy by the Safer Stronger Communities Board and the Healthy and Safe Scrutiny Committee.
The Cabinet approved the acceptance of a grant agreement with the National Lottery Heritage Fund and £0.5m of Council match funding for the 'Unlocking Broomfield for the Community' project on 09 September 2026. The Cabinet also approved adding £4.6 million to the capital programme, delegating authority to officers to sign the Permission to Start form, and to go out to tender for suppliers and consultants.
The Leader of the Council approved the movement of £200,000 from the pipeline into the main capital tree removal and replacement programme for 2026/2027 on 11 September 2026. This budget is for tree removal and replacement along the borough's highways.
The Cabinet Member for Assets and Culture approved the marketing of freehold land east of Southgate Road, Potters Bar, for sale on 14 September 2026. An external agent will be appointed to market the land and invite offers on all bases.
The Leader of the Council agreed to appoint Mark Sullivan as the council's nominee to the Board of Montagu 406 Regeneration LLP from 1 October 2026. This appointment is a replacement for a former nominee and has no cost implications.
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6 Monthly Review of the Corporate Risk Register
Recommendations ApprovedEnfield Cabinet decided to approve the recommendations within the Part 2 report on 09/09/2026.
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Council Plan 2026-30
Recommendations ApprovedThe Leader of the Council approved the movement of £200,000 from the pipeline into the main capital programme for tree removal and replacement on 11 September 2026. This decision will allow the Council to improve and increase its highway tree stock. The budget will fund tree removal, management and delivery, and tree planting and aftercare.
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Walbrook House Next Steps
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve the recommendations regarding Walbrook House on 09/09/2026. The decision included agreeing that refurbishment is no longer viable, approving the demolition of Walbrook House, and authorising the use of Compulsory Purchase Order powers. The Cabinet delegated authority to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Director of Law and Governance and the Cabinet Member for Housing and Technology, to undertake necessary actions for the CPO process and resident engagement.
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Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-31
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve the Tenancy Strategy 2026-2031 and the Tenancy Policy 2026-2031 on 9 September 2026. The Tenancy Policy introduces 10-year fixed-term tenancies for residents allocated a three-bedroom home, with the Director for Council Homes (Residents) delegated authority to make exceptions for enduring family needs. Authority was also delegated to the Executive Director for Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing & Technology, for any changes to the policy during this period.
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6 Monthly Review of the Corporate Risk Register
Recommendations ApprovedEnfield Cabinet decided to approve the recommendations within the Part 2 report on 09/09/2026.
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Enfield Chase Landscape Recovery Scheme proposed disposal and part surrender
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to approve the sale of agricultural land south of The Ridgeway and north of Hadley Road. 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 facilitate the sale. This includes agreeing final terms, negotiating overage payments, and applying for consent from the Secretary of State and the Duchy of Lancaster.
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Review of On and Off-Street Parking Charges for Stays Under One Hour, Including Proposed 30-Minute Free Parking
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to proceed with statutory consultation on proposed parking tariff amendments, including 30 minutes of free parking per vehicle per day. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Environment & Communities, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Environment, to determine implementation following consultation responses. If implemented, the Executive Director will be delegated authority to make and publish necessary Traffic Orders.
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Review of On and Off-Street Parking Charges for Stays Under One Hour, Including Proposed 30-Minute Free Parking
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve the transfer of £3.6m to risk reserves, £1.3m to the Collection Fund smoothing reserve, and £3.6m from released insurance provisions to the General Fund insurance reserve. They also approved the carry forward of £16.7m in capital budgets from 2025/26 to 2026/27. The Cabinet recommended that Full Council note the reclassification of £1.7m of an existing revenue Energetik loan as capital during 2025/26.
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Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-31
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to approve the Tenancy Strategy and Tenancy Policy for 2026-2031 on 09 September 2026. The Tenancy Policy introduces 10-year fixed-term tenancies for three-bedroom homes, with the Director for Council Homes (Residents) able to make exceptions for enduring family needs. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director for Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing & Technology, for any policy changes during this period.
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6 Monthly Review of the Corporate Risk Register
Recommendations ApprovedEnfield Cabinet decided to approve the recommendations within the Part 2 report on 09/09/2026.
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2025/26 Q4 Performance Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to note progress against key priority indicators and that the scorecard will be reviewed and updated. They also noted the Complaints Report to be submitted to the Housing Ombudsman and the Tenant Satisfaction Measures rating submitted to the Housing Regulator.
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Unlocking Broomfield for the Community
Recommendations ApprovedEnfield Council's Cabinet approved the acceptance of a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant and £0.5m in council match funding for the 'Unlocking Broomfield for the Community' project on 09 September 2026. The Cabinet also approved adding £4.6 million to the capital programme and going out to tender for suppliers and consultants.
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2025/26 Q4 Performance Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care approved recommendations on 09/09/2026. The Cabinet noted progress against key priority indicators and the complaints report. The Cabinet also noted the Tenant Satisfaction Measures rating.
The Cabinet approved recommendations on 02/07/2026. The Cabinet approved the acceptance of the Experts at Hand grant award of £2.869m for 2026/27 and delegated authority to the Executive Director of People to implement organisational delivery arrangements.
The Cabinet approved recommendations on 09/09/2026. The Cabinet approved the principle that further capital financing underspends will be used to repay debt. The Cabinet also noted the borrowing and investments position and estimates.
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Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-31
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet approved marketing the freehold land east of Southgate Road, Potters Bar, for sale on 14 September 2026. An external agent will be appointed to invite offers on all bases.
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Review of On and Off-Street Parking Charges for Stays Under One Hour, Including Proposed 30-Minute Free Parking
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided on 9 September 2026 to proceed with statutory consultation on proposed changes to on-street and off-street parking tariffs, including a 30-minute free 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 implementation following consultation responses and to make and publish necessary Traffic Orders if approved.
The Leader of the Council decided on 11 September 2026 to approve the movement of £200,000 from the pipeline into the main capital programme for tree removal and replacement in 2026/2027.
The Cabinet decided on 9 September 2026 to note the borrowing and investments position and estimates for Quarter 1 of 2026/27 and to approve the principle that further capital financing underspends will be used to repay debt.
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Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026 - 2031
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council approved the draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026-2031 for consultation on 09 September 2026. They delegated authority for amendments following consultation to the Cabinet Member for Housing and Executive Director of Housing & Regeneration, and agreed to publish the action plan and associated targets by 1 December 2027. The delivery of the strategy will be supported by a detailed action plan reviewed annually.
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Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve and adopt the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board Serious Violence Strategy 2026-35 on 9 September 2026. The strategy aims to prevent and tackle serious violence and its causes in Enfield, creating a safer borough for all. It incorporates a public health approach with primary, secondary, and tertiary pillars, and is underpinned by four core principles: recognising and challenging inequalities, adopting a risk outside of the home safeguarding approach, responding to the most impactful issues, and using tools and powers effectively.
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Enfield Chase Landscape Recovery Scheme proposed disposal and part surrender
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve the sale of part of agricultural land and the surrender of the remaining land back to the Council on 9 September 2026. This decision facilitates the Enfield Chase Landscape Recovery Scheme and generates a capital receipt. The decision maker delegated authority to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration to agree final terms and enter into necessary agreements.
The Leader of the Council approved the movement of £200,000 from the pipeline into the main capital tree removal and replacement programme for 2026/2027 on 11 September 2026. This funding will support the removal of deteriorating tree stock and replacement with young healthy trees on the borough's highways.
The Cabinet noted the borrowing and investments position and estimates as at 30th June 2026 and Quarter 1 estimates for financial year 2026/27, and approved the principle that any further capital financing underspends will be used to repay debt on 9 September 2026. This includes a reduction of the capital financing budget by £3m to be vired to Adult Social Care.
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2026/27 Q1 Treasury Monitoring
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to note the borrowing and investments position as at 30th June 2026 and Q1 estimates for 2026/27. They also approved the principle that any further capital financing underspends will be used to repay debt. The Cabinet noted a request to reduce the capital financing budget by £3m to be vired to Adult Social Care.
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2026/27 Q1 Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to note the borrowing and investments position as at 30th June 2026 and Quarter 1 estimates for the financial year 2026/27. They also approved the principle that any further capital financing underspends will be used to repay debt. The Cabinet agreed to reduce the capital financing budget by £3m to be vired to Adult Social Care.
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Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026 - 2031
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve the draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026-2031 for consultation on 9 September 2026. The decision also delegated authority for amendments following consultation to the Cabinet Member for Housing and Executive Director of Housing & Regeneration. The strategy will be supported by a detailed Action Plan which will be reviewed annually.
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Unlocking Broomfield for the Community
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve recommendations regarding the 'Unlocking Broomfield House' project on 09/09/2026. This included accepting a grant agreement with the National Lottery Heritage Fund, approving £0.5m in council match funding, and adding £4.6 million to the capital programme. The decision also approved going out to tender for suppliers and consultants, and delegated authority to the Executive Director Housing and Regeneration for procurement and contract awards.
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Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-31
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council approved the Tenancy Strategy and Policy 2026-2031 on 09 September 2026. The decision included approving the Tenancy Strategy 2026-2031 and the Tenancy Policy 2026-2031, which introduces 10-year fixed-term tenancies for three-bedroom homes at new let stage. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director for Housing and Regeneration for any policy changes during this period.
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