Barry Francis
Council: Haringey
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
26 meetings · Page 1 of 6
Annual, Full Council - Wednesday, 20th May, 2026 7.30 pm
Full Council - Monday, 16th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Full Council meeting scheduled for 16 March 2026 was set to cover a range of important topics, including the council's annual carbon report, the budget for the upcoming financial year, and motions addressing poverty and community cohesion. The meeting's agenda also included a series of questions from councillors to cabinet members on various council services and policies.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm
The Cabinet of Haringey Council met on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, to discuss and approve several key initiatives. Significant decisions included the approval of a four-year contract for dockless e-bike services, the acquisition of 565 homes in Tottenham to increase the Council's housing stock, and the award of a new contract for recycling and waste collection services.
Budget, Full Council - Monday, 2nd March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Full Council of Haringey Council convened on Monday, 2nd March 2026, with a packed agenda focused primarily on the borough's financial future. Key discussions were scheduled around the approval of the 2026/27 budget and the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for 2026-2031, which included proposals for Council Tax increases and significant capital investment plans. The meeting also addressed the Treasury Management Strategy Statement for 2026/27 and the adoption of the Capital Strategy 2026-2036, outlining the Council's approach to investment and financing over the next decade. Additionally, the Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27 was presented for approval.
Culture, Community Safety & Environment Scrutiny Panel - Monday, 23 February 2026 - 6.30 pm
The Culture, Community Safety & Environment Scrutiny Panel was scheduled to discuss a range of topics, including an update from the Metropolitan Police, a review of cycling safety, and the draft library strategy. The panel was also set to receive an update on transport and travel and review its work programme.
Decisions from Meetings
76 decisions · Page 2 of 16
2025/26 Finance Update Quarter 3
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026
...noted the forecast total revenue outturn variance for the General Fund of £19m, comprising £10.72m base budget pressures and £8.312m non-delivery of savings, noted the net DSG forecast of a £3.2m overspend, noted the net Housing Revenue Account (HRA) forecast surplus of £1.791m, noted the forecast General Fund and HRA capital expenditure of £393.8m, approved the revenue budget virements and receipt of grants, approved the proposed budget adjustments and virements to the capital programme, noted the debt write-offs in Quarter Three 2025/26, and noted the Finance Response and Recovery Plans and progress against actions as at Quarter Three.
Recommendations Approved
Approval of a four year contract for dockless bike services
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026
...approved a four-year contract for two providers to offer dockless e-bike services in Haringey, commencing April 1, 2026.
Recommendations Approved
Acquisition of homes in Tottenham
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026
...approved the acquisition of 565 homes for housing purposes at 867–879 High Road and 36 & 44–52 White Hart Lane, N17, for the purchase price and total scheme cost outlined in the exempt report, with delegated authority granted to finalise legal documentation.
Recommendations Approved
Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (NCIL) Spending Round 2
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026
...approved the spending of Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy on Round 2 projects, following consultation on community priorities.
Recommendations Approved
Procurement request for Responsive Repairs Sub-contracts
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026
...approved the commencement of a procurement for long-term subcontract arrangements for specialist trade lots, with an estimated annual value of £2,407,500 and a maximum potential value of £16,852,500 over seven years, and delegated authority for contract award.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 26
Average per Month: 1.4
Decisions Recorded: 76