Debbie Porter
Council: Waltham Forest
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
62 meetings · Page 1 of 13
Housing and Inclusive Economy Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Housing and Inclusive Economy Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to discuss the proposed Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget for 2026/27, including rent and service charge increases. Other key topics included an update on the management of the council's commercial and investment properties, a review of planning performance and enforcement activities, and the committee's forward plan and action tracker.
Extension of Temporary Accommodation Leaseholds beyond ten years, Executive Decision - Thursday, 22nd January, 2026 9.30 am
The Executive Decision meeting of Waltham Forest Council on Thursday 22 January 2026 was scheduled to discuss the adoption of ten-year leases for temporary accommodation. This measure is intended to address a significant financial pressure on the council related to the cost of temporary accommodation.
Climate Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Climate Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to consider a new Green and Blue Infrastructure Vision and Strategy, alongside a report on climate engagement with schools. The committee will also review a general scrutiny report.
Family Support Procurement, Executive Decision - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 11.00 am
The Executive Decision meeting of Waltham Forest Council is scheduled to discuss a proposal to commission family support hours via an open procurement framework approach. The aim is to improve the quality and oversight of family support services, and encourage competitive pricing from external providers. Councillor Kizzy Gardiner, Portfolio Lead Member for Children and Young People, is expected to make the decision.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 2.00 pm
The Waltham Forest Council Cabinet met to discuss budget updates, approve a new physical activity strategy, and progress with housing and regeneration projects. The cabinet approved the continuation of the current Council Tax Support scheme, allocated resources to the Schools Capital Programme, and adopted the Waltham Forest Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Strategy 2025-2028. Additionally, the cabinet addressed the Avenue Road Estate regeneration and a Deed of Variation to the Fellowship Square Development Agreement.
Decisions from Meetings
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Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026/27 - 2028/29
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 2.00 pm - September 09, 2025
...to address a potential £15.331 million funding gap over three years, the Cabinet noted uncertainties in local government funding, the need for savings, and delegated authority to the Strategic Director of Resources to distribute contingency budgets and reserves.
Recommendations Approved
Environmental Services Contract Extension
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 2.00 pm - September 09, 2025
...to extend the existing Environmental Services Contract for eight years, from September 30, 2027, to September 29, 2035, and to increase the annual budget by £1.6 million to fund the extension, while delegating final negotiations to the Strategic Directors of Neighbourhoods and Environment and Resources.
Recommendations Approved
One Year of the Marmot Response
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 15th July, 2025 2.00 pm - July 15, 2025
... to publish the one-year Marmot report, approve the approach to Marmot delivery for 2025-26, and delegate final presentational changes to the Corporate Director for Public Health.
Recommendations Approved
Capital and Revenue Outturn 2024-25
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 15th July, 2025 2.00 pm - July 15, 2025
...the Cabinet of Waltham Forest noted the Revenue and Capital Outturn for 2024/25, including a £2.656 million drawdown from the Budget Strategy Reserve, a £19.220 million capital slippage, and various outturn positions for the Housing Revenue Account and Dedicated Schools Grant.
Recommendations Approved
Waltham Forest Housing Compact - Annual Report 2024/25
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 15th July, 2025 2.00 pm - July 15, 2025
...to note the progress outlined in the Waltham Forest Housing Compact – Annual Report 2024/25, which details the achievements and priorities of the partnership between the council and housing associations in delivering positive housing outcomes for residents.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 62
Average per Month: 3.3
Decisions Recorded: 93