Councillor Ali Sadek

Labour Kings Park

Email: ali.sadek@hackney.gov.uk

Council: Hackney

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Planning Sub-Committee (Committee Member) Corporate Committee (Committee Member) Council (Committee Member) Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission (Vice-Chair) Scrutiny Panel (Committee Member) Planning Sub-Committee - Pre-Application

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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary

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Ali Sadek's council service across multiple years reveals a consistent focus on planning and economic development, with a notable increase in his direct engagement and decision-making in more recent years.

In 2026, Sadek's activity centered on planning matters. He actively participated in committee meetings, voting in favor of crucial planning permissions for the Former Boiler House at Belper Court and the Rectory Road Area Office. While his specific contributions during a Scrutiny Panel meeting are not detailed, his presence and votes in planning sub-committees highlight his continued involvement in shaping the borough's physical development.

2025 marked a period of significant engagement for Sadek, particularly in his roles as Vice Chair of the Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission and Cabinet Member for Employment, Human Resources and Equalities. He demonstrated a strong commitment to economic development, advocating for local benefit by stating,

more of the value created in Hackney should stay in Hackney.
He also showed a keen interest in ensuring job accessibility for vulnerable residents and engaged with the council's anti-racist initiatives. His consistent voting in favor of planning permissions for various developments, including Benabo Court and phases at Woodberry Down, underscores his role in facilitating growth. While he attended meetings on Council Tax and Budget Setting, his direct contributions were not recorded.

In 2024, Sadek's involvement included participation in the Scrutiny Panel and Planning Sub-Committee, where he voted to grant planning permission for development applications. As Vice-Chair of the Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission, he actively questioned the progress and timeline of the Green Skills initiative, emphasizing the importance of local opportunities and the pattern development plan for prioritizing green skills within Hackney.

Key Themes and Priorities: Sadek's primary focuses have been planning and development, and economic growth and local benefit. He consistently supports development projects and advocates for initiatives that benefit the local economy and its residents.

Evolution of Focus: While planning has been a consistent area of interest, Sadek's role and direct involvement in economic development and scrutiny have become more prominent in recent years, particularly in 2025. His leadership positions in 2025 and his active questioning in 2024 demonstrate a deepening engagement with strategic economic and skills-based initiatives.

Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years): In 2026, his votes in favor of key planning permissions for the Former Boiler House and Rectory Road Area Office are significant. In 2025, his advocacy for local economic benefit and his engagement with anti-racist initiatives as Cabinet Member, alongside his consistent support for planning applications, stand out. His proactive questioning regarding the Green Skills initiative in 2024 also highlights his commitment to ensuring local relevance.

Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest: Sadek consistently demonstrates an interest in planning and development, evidenced by his voting record across all three years. He also shows a sustained interest in economic opportunities and ensuring local benefit, which has become increasingly vocal and strategic in his more recent roles.

Yearly Activity Timeline

In January 2026, Ali Sadek was active in committee meetings. He voted in favor of granting planning permission for the Former Boiler House at Belper Court and for conditional planning permission for the Rectory Road Area Office during the Planning Sub-Committee meeting on January 14th. His specific contributions during the Call-in Extra Ordinary Meeting of the Scrutiny Panel on January 19th are not recorded.

Monthly Activity in 2026

During January 2026, Ali Sadek participated in the Planning Sub-Committee meeting on January 14th. In this meeting, Ali Sadek voted in favour of granting planning permission for agenda item 5 (2025/1821: Former Boiler House, Belper Court, Pedro Street) and also voted in favour of granting conditional planning permission for agenda item 6 (2025/1208: Rectory Road Area Office). There is no record of Ali Sadek's specific statements or actions during the Call-in Extra Ordinary Meeting of the Scrutiny Panel on January 19th.

Meetings in January 2026
Call-in Extra Ordinary Meeting, Scrutiny Panel - Monday 19 January 2026 5.00 pm - 19 January 2026

There is no mention of Ali Sadek's statements or actions in the provided documents for the Call-in Extra Ordinary Meeting of the Scrutiny Panel on 2026-01-19.

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission

Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission - Monday 16 June 2025 7.00 pm

The Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission met to discuss corporate property management, fleet decarbonisation, and to plan their work programme for the coming year. Councillors reviewed the council's progress on asset transformation and fleet electrification, and discussed how these initiatives align with the council's strategic goals and financial position. The commission also agreed the minutes of their previous meeting held on 10 March 2025.

June 16, 2025
Scrutiny Panel

Extra-ordinary, Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 12 June 2025 7.00 pm

The Hackney Council Scrutiny Panel met to discuss the Housing Ombudsman's Special Report on Hackney Council, which highlighted several areas of service failure, including repairs, damp and mould, and complaint handling. The panel also established a Budget Scrutiny Task and Finish Panel to review the council's budget and ensure it aligns with strategic objectives and community priorities.

June 12, 2025
Corporate Committee

Corporate Committee - Monday 19 May 2025 6.30 pm

The Corporate Committee of Hackney Council was scheduled to meet on 19 May 2025 to discuss a range of issues, including the establishment of the Planning Sub-Committee, environmental enforcement, business regulation, and the Corporate Peer Challenge update. The committee was also expected to note its terms of reference and work programme for the municipal year 2025/26.

May 19, 2025
Council

Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday 14 May 2025 7.00 pm

The annual meeting of Hackney Council included the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, the establishment of committees, and a review of procedure rules. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss appointments to outside bodies and a dispensation to extend the six-month rule for Councillor Michael Levy.

May 14, 2025
Corporate Committee

Corporate Committee - Monday 14 April 2025 6.30 pm

The Hackney Council's Corporate Committee convened on 14 April 2025, to discuss the annual performance of the Noise Service, the Healthier Catering Commitment, and the committee's work programme. The committee reviewed the minutes of previous meetings and discussed ongoing actions.

April 14, 2025

Summary

Meetings Attended: 66

Average per Month: 3.0

Decisions Recorded: 204