Councillor Asma Islam

Budget Meeting, Council - Wednesday, 25th February, 2026 7.00 p.m.

Reserve Budget Meeting, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 2nd February, 2026 6.30 p.m.

Audit Committee - Thursday, 29th January, 2026 6.30 p.m.

The Audit Committee of Tower Hamlets Council was scheduled to consider a range of financial and risk management matters. Key agenda items included updates on the mobilisation of an action plan in response to external recommendations, progress reports on internal audit and anti-fraud initiatives, and a review of the corporate risk register. The committee was also set to discuss treasury management strategies and policies for the upcoming financial year.

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 26th January, 2026 6.30 p.m.

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Monday 26 January 2026 to review several key council functions and decisions. The meeting's agenda included updates on the Be Well leisure service, the council's communication strategy, and a challenge session on reducing road danger and deaths. Additionally, the committee was scheduled to consider a called-in decision regarding amendments to the Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy approach.

Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 21 January 2026 saw councillors pay tribute to the late Dobiru Islam Choudhury and Simon Baxter, with numerous members sharing fond memories and condolences. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to debating and voting on motions concerning the proposed Chinese Embassy development and the impact of government changes to affordable housing targets.