Ahmodur Khan - Councillor for Tower Hamlets (Blackwall & Cubitt Town)

Councillor Ahmodur Khan

Aspire Blackwall & Cubitt Town

Email: ahmodur.khan@towerhamlets.gov.uk

Council: Tower Hamlets

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Overview & Scrutiny Committee (Member) Audit Committee (Substitute) Council (Member) Inner North East London Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee Tower Hamlets Health and Wellbeing Board Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee Development Committee (Substitute) Licensing Committee Licensing Sub Committee Strategic Development Committee (Substitute) Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee (Chair)

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Councillor Ahmodur Khan has demonstrated a consistent and evolving commitment to council service across multiple years, with a pronounced focus on scrutiny, accountability, and key service areas. His recent activity, particularly in 2026, highlights a continued dedication to these principles, with a specific emphasis on housing and regulatory oversight.

Key Themes and Priorities: Throughout his service, Khan has consistently prioritized robust scrutiny of council operations, financial accountability, and the effective delivery of essential services. Key themes include:

  • Housing and Regeneration: This has been a central and growing focus, particularly in recent years. Khan has championed the provision of family-sized and affordable housing, overseeing scrutiny of related schemes and joint ventures.
  • Scrutiny and Accountability: A core tenet of his work, Khan has consistently pushed for transparency, questioned budget allocations, and demanded clear explanations for council decisions and financial reporting.
  • Service Delivery and Safety: He has shown a keen interest in the quality and safety of various services, including maternity services, leisure center accessibility, and community safety.
  • Regulatory Oversight: More recently, Khan has taken on a more direct role in regulatory matters, as evidenced by his chairmanship of the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee and his focus on the Regulator of Social Housing.

Evolution of Focus: Khan's focus has evolved from a broad engagement with scrutiny and audit in 2024, encompassing areas like Adults and Health Services and licensing, to a more specialized and impactful role in housing and regeneration by 2025. His 2026 activity signals a deepening engagement with regulatory frameworks within housing, indicating a strategic shift towards influencing policy and practice at a more granular level.

Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years):

  • 2026: His most significant recent contribution was chairing the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting in January. Crucially, he initiated a forward-looking discussion on the Committee on Regulator of Social Housing report and criticism of late referral, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing systemic issues within social housing regulation.
  • 2025: Khan was a highly active and influential figure. He championed the provision of desperately needed, family-sized home[s] in the redevelopment of Albert Jacob House and played a crucial role in securing the Chairmanship of the Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Sub-Committee. His detailed inquiries into affordable housing delivery and his consistent advocacy for transparency in budget and financial reporting were notable.
  • 2024: Khan was instrumental in highlighting issues of transparency and accountability, particularly with his strong statement regarding the need for full explanations before scrutiny chairs sign off on reports: > Can you make a note that that never happened again? If a scrutiny chair is asked to sign something, he or she needed to be explained the full report before he signed, he or she signed. This is my final comment on it. His critical examination of the council's audit backlog and his focus on maternity service safety were also significant.

Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest:

  • Commitment to Scrutiny: Khan consistently demonstrates a deep-seated commitment to holding the council accountable through rigorous scrutiny. This is evident in his repeated questioning, requests for detailed reports, and his willingness to challenge established practices.
  • Advocacy for Vulnerable Groups: His focus on accessibility for disabled individuals and his championing of affordable housing indicate a consistent concern for the well-being of residents.
  • Emphasis on Transparency: Khan's interventions frequently revolve around ensuring that council processes and decisions are transparent and well-understood by all stakeholders.

In summary, Ahmodur Khan is a dedicated and increasingly influential councillor whose work is characterized by a strong commitment to scrutiny, accountability, and the improvement of essential services, with a particularly sharp focus on housing and regulatory matters in his most recent years of service.

Yearly Activity Timeline

In 2026, Councillor Ahmodur Khan's primary activity was chairing the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting in January. During this meeting, he also initiated a request for a future discussion on the Committee on Regulator of Social Housing report and criticism of late referral.

Monthly Activity in 2026

During January 2026, Councillor Ahmodur Khan chaired the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on January 13th. He also requested that a future discussion be scheduled regarding the Committee on Regulator of Social Housing report and criticism of late referral.

Meetings in January 2026
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 6.30 p.m. - 13 January 2026

Councillor Ahmodur Khan chaired the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on Tuesday, 13 January 2026. During the meeting, he also requested that a future discussion be scheduled concerning the Committee on Regulator of Social Housing report and criticism of late referral as noted in the Scrutiny Action Log.

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Audit Committee

Extraordinary, Audit Committee - Thursday, 27th June, 2024 6.00 p.m.

The Audit Committee discussed the council's performance in providing adult social care to people in their homes, and the process of recruiting new social workers to deliver that care. The committee decided to ask the council's senior management team to investigate the relationship between the amount the council spends on recruiting social workers and the speed with which they are able to fill vacancies.

June 27, 2024
Licensing Sub Committee

Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 25th June, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The Licensing Sub Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Tuesday 25 June 2024 and considered three applications for new and varied premises licences. The committee granted all three applications.

June 25, 2024
Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Call in: Victoria Park Licence to Occupy, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 18th June, 2024 6.00 p.m.

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on 18 June 2024 to discuss several key issues, including the licensing of Victoria Park for events, the implementation of Awaab's Law, and the potential closure of The Camel pub in Bethnal Green. Decisions were made regarding the licensing of Victoria Park, while discussions on Awaab's Law and The Camel pub were more exploratory.

June 18, 2024
Licensing Sub Committee

Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 18th June, 2024 2.00 p.m.

The Licensing Sub Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Tuesday, 18 June 2024, to discuss several applications for new premises licences and variations to existing licences. Key decisions were made regarding applications for The Yard Theatre, Studio Spaces, and Colour Factory.

June 18, 2024
Licensing Committee

Licensing Committee - Thursday, 13th June, 2024 7.15 p.m.

The Licensing Committee of Tower Hamlets Council convened on Thursday 13 June 2024 to discuss several key issues, including the election of the Vice Chair, the establishment of licensing subcommittees, and the annual review of the late night levy. Councillor Shubo Hussain was elected as the Vice Chair, and the committee approved the terms of reference and meeting dates for the licensing subcommittees. The annual review of the late night levy highlighted its financial impact and the initiatives funded by it.

June 13, 2024

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