Mark Hynes
Council: Waltham Forest
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
76 meetings · Page 1 of 16
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.
at the rising of Cabinet, Shareholder Committee - Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 2.00 pm
The Shareholder Committee of Waltham Forest Council was scheduled to review the performance of Evolve Norse, a joint venture company. The meeting's agenda included a review of the company's mid-year delivery achievements and financial performance for the 2025/26 financial year.
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.
Council - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.30 pm
The Council of Waltham Forest was scheduled to meet on 11 December 2025 to discuss several topics, including the council tax support scheme, fees and charges for 2026/27, and a proposed new smoke control order. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss the Corporate Parenting Board annual report and a protocol for honorary alderpeople.
LGRP Framework, Executive Decision - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 3.30 pm
The Executive Decision meeting of Waltham Forest Council on 2 December 2025 was scheduled to consider a report on the Local Government Resourcing Partnership (LGRP) Framework. This was a decision made with no public access. Councillor Paul Douglas, Portfolio Lead Member - Finance and Resources, was the decision maker for this meeting.
Decisions from Meetings
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Declaration of a Nature Emergency: Nature Recovery for a Thriving and More Equal Borough
From: Council - Thursday, 24th April, 2025 7.30 pm - April 24, 2025
...to declare a Nature Emergency and commit to a range of actions, including resident engagement, expert advice, and integrating nature recovery into planning and development, to achieve nature positive outcomes
across the borough.
Recommendations Approved
Appointments
From: Council - Thursday, 24th April, 2025 7.30 pm - April 24, 2025
...to re-appoint Cllr John Moss, Cllr Terry Wheeler, and Colette McCann as the Council's nominated trustees for the Walthamstow & Chingford Almshouse Charity for another four-year term ending May 1, 2029.
Recommendations Approved
Waltham Forest local development scheme update
From: Council - Thursday, 24th April, 2025 7.30 pm - April 24, 2025
...the Council approved the updated Waltham Forest Local Development Scheme (LDS) 2025-2028, effective immediately.
Recommendations Approved
806 High Road, Leyton, E10 6AE (242498)
From: Planning Committee - Tuesday, 1st April, 2025 7.00 pm - April 01, 2025
...to grant planning permission for the demolition of existing buildings (excluding the High Road Leyton facade) and the construction of three blocks (1-6 storeys) and an infill property (2.5 storeys) at 806 High Road, Leyton, E10 6AE, for purpose-built student accommodation and commercial floorspace, subject to conditions, informatives, and completion of a Section 106 Agreement.
Recommendations Approved
Relcon Works, 35 Sutherland Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6BH (241929)
From: Planning Committee - Tuesday, 1st April, 2025 7.00 pm - April 01, 2025
...to grant planning permission for Relcon Works at 35 Sutherland Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6BH (241929), subject to conditions.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 76
Average per Month: 4.0
Decisions Recorded: 182