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Housing Management and Almshouses Sub (Community and Children's Services) Committee - Tuesday, 27th January, 2026 11.00 am

January 27, 2026 View on council website

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Summary

The Housing Management and Almshouses Sub (Community and Children's Services) Committee is scheduled to consider a review of the anti-social behaviour policy and the closure of legacy housing projects. The committee will also receive updates on the housing major works programme, fire safety, and resident engagement.

Anti-Social Behaviour Policy Review

A report is scheduled for discussion regarding the review of the council's anti-social behaviour policy. This review will inform the committee about the current policy and any proposed changes.

Gateway 6 Reports: Closure of Legacy Projects

The committee is set to review reports concerning the closure of legacy housing projects. This includes specific projects such as the Harman Close Decent Homes initiative and the replacement of the door entry systems at William Blake and Dron House.

  • Harman Close Decent Homes: A report is scheduled to be presented on the Harman Close Decent Homes project.
  • William Blake and Dron House Door Entry System Replacement: The committee will consider a report on the replacement of door entry systems at William Blake and Dron House.

Housing Major Works Programme 2026-36

An update is scheduled to be provided on the Housing Major Works Programme for the period 2026-36. This programme outlines planned significant maintenance and improvement works to the council's housing stock over the next decade.

Quarterly Fire Safety Status Report

The committee will receive a quarterly report detailing the current fire safety status across the council's housing properties. This report will provide an overview of fire safety measures and compliance.

Resident Voice Group Update

An update is scheduled on the activities and outcomes of the Resident Voice Group. This group provides a platform for residents to engage with the council on housing matters. The agenda and minutes from a recent meeting on 2 December 2025 are expected to be presented.

Allocated Member Report - Middlesex Street

A report from the allocated member for Middlesex Street is scheduled to be presented. This report will likely cover housing-related matters specific to the Middlesex Street area.

Housing Matters Update

A general update on various housing matters is scheduled to be provided. This will likely cover a range of current issues and developments within the council's housing services.

Policy and Administration Review: The City of London Almshouses

In a part of the meeting where the public will be excluded, the committee is scheduled to review policy and administration concerning The City of London Almshouses, which is registered charity number 1005857.

Domestic & Communal Gas & Electrical Appliance Testing and Maintenance Procurement Stage 1 Strategy Report

Also in the part of the meeting where the public will be excluded, a report on the procurement strategy for domestic and communal gas and electrical appliance testing and maintenance at Department of Children's and Community Services housing properties is scheduled. This will cover Stage 1 of the procurement process.

Attendees

Profile image for Steve Goodman OBE
Steve Goodman OBE Labour • Aldersgate
Profile image for Anne Corbett, Deputy
Anne Corbett, Deputy Labour • Cripplegate
Profile image for Sarah Helen Gillinson
Sarah Helen Gillinson Labour • Cripplegate
Profile image for Sandra Jenner
Sandra Jenner Labour • Aldersgate

Topics

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 27th-Jan-2026 11.00 Housing Management and Almshouses Sub Community and Childre.pdf

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 27th-Jan-2026 11.00 Housing Management and Almshouses Sub Community and Child.pdf

Additional Documents

Draft Minutes PUBLIC HMASC 26112025.pdf
09 Appendix 1 Resident Voice Group Agenda and Minutes 2 Dec 2025.pdf
05 Anti-Social Behaviour Policy Review.pdf
05 Appendix 2 Anti-social Behaviour Policy with tracked changes.pdf
06a Harman Close Decent Homes.pdf
06b William Blake and Dron House Door Entry System Replacement.pdf
06b Appendix 1 - Project Coversheet - William Blake Estate and Dron House Door Entry System Replacem.pdf
07 Housing Major Works Programme 2026-36.pdf
08 Quarterly Fire Safety Status Report.pdf
09 Resident Voice Group Update.pdf
06 Gateway 6 Reports Closure of Legacy Projects.pdf
06a Appendix 1 - Project Coversheet - Harman Close.pdf