Andrew Blake-Herbert
Council: Havering
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
49 meetings · Page 1 of 10
Health & Wellbeing Board - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 1.00 pm
The Health and Wellbeing Board is scheduled to consider a range of reports covering safeguarding, children's services, sexual health, arts and culture, sports and physical activity, and drug and alcohol misuse. These discussions aim to inform the board's strategic direction and support the health and wellbeing of Havering residents.
Additional Cabinet Meeting, Cabinet - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Cabinet of Havering Council was scheduled to consider several business plans for regeneration projects and housing initiatives. A key item on the agenda was the review of comments from the Place Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee regarding Mercury Land Holdings (MLH) and regeneration plans.
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council meeting on Wednesday 21 January 2026 was largely dominated by a debate over an urgent motion concerning Mercury Land Holdings, which ultimately led to the adjournment of most business. After extensive procedural discussions and votes, the council agreed to defer the remaining agenda items to a future date.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 7.00 pm
The Havering Council Cabinet met to discuss several key issues, including the implementation of a special educational needs (SEND) unit at the Royal Liberty School, proposed changes to property licensing schemes, and future plans for former library sites. They approved recommendations for a new SEND facility, a framework for short breaks provision, and the extension of an alcohol and drugs contract. However, decisions regarding the future of former library premises were deferred for further review.
Council - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 7.30 pm
The Havering Council meeting included discussions on tree inspections, the Romford Police Station front desk closure, and support for Zane's Law[^2], as well as the approval of the East London Joint Waste Plan submission. Councillors also addressed petitions and member questions on local issues.
Decisions from Meetings
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Asbestos Control policy (2025)
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 17th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...the Property and Housing Services Asbestos Policy (2025) was approved, outlining the council's commitment to managing asbestos in its properties to protect residents' health, safety, and wellbeing.
Information Only
Adoption of the Romford, Rainham and Gidea Park Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plans
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 17th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...the Cabinet agreed to adopt and publish the Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plans for Romford, Rainham, and Gidea Park, and delegated authority to the Director of Planning and Public Protection for adoption of future CAAMPs without boundary changes.
Recommendations Approved
Permission to Re-Procure a Sexual Health E-Service via the London Sexual Health Programme
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 13th August, 2025 7.00 pm - August 13, 2025
...to participate in a multi-borough procurement process for online sexual and reproductive health services, approve entering into the subsequent contract, and delegate authority to the Strategic Director of Resources to finalize documentation and agree on contract extensions, while noting the Director of Public Health will decide on activating optional service modules.
Recommendations Approved
Starting Well Improvement Plan Year Two May 2025 - May 2026
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 13th August, 2025 7.00 pm - August 13, 2025
...to adopt and endorse the Starting Well Improvement Plan 2025/26, marking the second phase of the initiative.
Recommendations Approved
Procurement of Framework Agreement- Frozen Food and Grocery
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 13th August, 2025 7.00 pm - August 13, 2025
...to award a Pan London multi-supplier framework agreement for frozen foods and groceries, including a Havering call-off, commencing September 1st, 2025, and lasting until August 31st, 2029, with an estimated total value of £36.04m for the framework and £10.73m for Havering.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 49
Average per Month: 2.0
Decisions Recorded: 112