Barry Mugglestone - Councillor for Havering (Elm Park)

Councillor Barry Mugglestone

Havering Residents Association Elm Park Cabinet Member for Environment and Deputy Mayor of Havering

Email: councillorBarry.Mugglestone@havering.gov.uk

Council: Havering

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Council (Deputy) Cabinet (Committee Member) Governance Committee (Committee Member)

Is this you? Claim this page.

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

51 meetings · Page 2 of 11

Cabinet Committee Member

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.

December 10, 2025
Governance Committee Committee Member

Governance Committee - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Governance Committee of Havering Council convened to discuss several key issues, including polling place changes, constitutional reviews, staff member voting rights on the Pensions Committee, and the governance of Mercury Land Holdings (MLH). The committee endorsed a change to a polling place, recommended constitutional amendments for approval by the full council, and agreed to allow voting rights for a staff representative on the Pensions Committee. Additionally, the committee requested a briefing on the governance and direction of MLH.

November 26, 2025
Council Deputy

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.

November 19, 2025
Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Havering Council Cabinet met to discuss a range of issues, including support for Zane's Law, financial updates, and strategies for vulnerable residents. They agreed to lobby the government for the introduction of Zane's Law, endorsed the East London Joint Waste Plan for submission, and approved a compulsory purchase order for Chippenham Road. The Cabinet also approved a vulnerable person policy for council tenants, a corporate parenting strategy, a review of foster carer allowances, and a learning disability employment charter.

November 12, 2025
Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Wednesday, 15th October, 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of Havering Council's cabinet, members approved an interim Adults Joint Commissioning Strategy and agreed to begin the tender process for an outdoor play areas contract. The commissioning strategy is designed to bridge the gap while awaiting clarity on funding from the Integrated Care Board[^2] (ICB). The play areas contract aims to secure a single supplier for park improvements across the borough.

October 15, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

133 decisions · Page 1 of 27

Active Travel Strategy Adoption

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm - March 11, 2026

...adopted the Active Travel Strategy, approving its principles and measures for implementation in Havering between 2026 and 2041.

Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Inspired Solution- Build to rent at the Local Housing Allowance

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm - March 11, 2026

...approved in principle the proposal to enter into a 40-year nominations agreement with Inspired Solutions for the delivery of up to 600 build-to-rent properties across Havering, with rent guarantees up to current Local Housing Allowance rates in exchange for the right to nominate tenants.

Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Proposals for the Voluntary making of Four further Village Greens within Havering

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm - March 11, 2026

...agreed to apply for the voluntary village green registration of four pieces of open land within Havering and instructed officers to carry out all necessary actions to achieve successful registration.

Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Extension of Contract for Estate Improvements and Retrofit

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm - March 11, 2026

...agreed to extend the contract with BTS Property Solutions Limited for estate improvements and external works to HRA properties for one year, at a maximum value of £3 million.

Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Revenue and Capital Budget Monitoring Report 2025/26.

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm - March 11, 2026

...noted the improvements in the Council's financial position, including an underspend on the General Fund and HRA, progress on savings, a forecast overspend on DSG budgets, an update on maintained schools, the capital monitoring position, and the write-off of irrecoverable Council Tax debt.

Information Only

Summary

Meetings Attended: 51

Average per Month: 2.0

Decisions Recorded: 133