Councillor Christopher Wilkins
Email: CouncillorChristopher.Wilkins@havering.gov.uk
Council: Havering
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
47 meetings · Page 1 of 10
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.
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.
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.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 17th September, 2025 7.00 pm
Here is a summary of the Cabinet meeting of Havering Council on 17 September 2025.
Decisions from Meetings
112 decisions · Page 14 of 23
HRA Business Plan update, Budget 2025/26 & Capital Programme 2025/26-2029/30.
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 5th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 05, 2025
...to approve the Housing Revenue Account Budget, increase various rents and charges by 2.7%, set rent-free weeks, agree on service and support charges, and approve the HRA Capital Programme and expenditure, referring the latter two to full Council for ratification.
Recommendations Approved
Treasury Management Strategy Statement (TMSS) and Annual investment Strategy 2025/26
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 5th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 05, 2025
Information Only
Bridge Close Regeneration LLP Business Plan Update 2025-26
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 5th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 05, 2025
...to approve the 2025-26 business plan for the Bridge Close Regeneration LLP, allocate a budget for its funding and delivery, authorize relevant officers to approve detailed business cases and legal agreements, continue discussions regarding the relocation of the HICC and LAS, bring forward a report on the proposed Compulsory Purchase Order, and finalize necessary legal agreements.
Recommendations Approved
5 Year Capital Programme and Strategy - 2025/26 to 2029/30
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 5th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 05, 2025
Information Only
2025/26 Budget and 2025-2029 Medium Term Financial Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 5th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 05, 2025
...to recommend to the Full Council the approval of the 2025/26 budget and 2025-29 Medium Term Financial Strategy, including a 2.99% increase in core Council Tax and an additional 2% increase for the Adult Social Care Precept, along with various related proposals and delegations.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 47
Average per Month: 2.0
Decisions Recorded: 112