Gareth Gwynne

Strategic Development Committee - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 6.30 p.m.

Development Committee - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Tower Hamlets Council Development Committee met to discuss one planning application concerning the redevelopment of St. George's Leisure Centre and associated land. Councillors voted to approve the planning application and listed building consent for the site, despite concerns about harm to the setting of the Grade I listed St George in the East Church.

Development Committee - Thursday, 11th September, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Tower Hamlets Development Committee voted to grant planning permission for the redevelopment of 5-6 The Oval, London, E2 9DT, subject to conditions and planning obligations. The development will include residential accommodation, shared living accommodation, workspace, cycle parking, play space, and landscaping. The decision followed concerns raised by residents of the adjacent Empress Works building regarding the impact on daylight and sunlight.

Development Committee - Thursday, 24th July, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Tower Hamlets Council Development Committee met to discuss a planning application for an outdoor seating area at 5 Park Drive, Canary Wharf. The committee overturned the officer's recommendation to approve the application, citing concerns over the loss of public realm and potential safety issues.

Development Committee - Thursday, 26th June, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Development Committee met, chaired by Councillor Iqbal Hossain, Chair of Development Committee, and approved the demolition of Albert Jacob House and redevelopment of the site to provide a mixed-use development. The new development will include commercial space and 53 affordable residential units, along with associated landscaping and infrastructure improvements.