Councillor Osman Dervish

Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub-Committee of Havering Council was scheduled to consider a range of important topics, including the business plan for Mercury Land Holdings, updates on the food waste service, and a review of the School Streets Programme. The committee's agenda also included discussions on the Active Travel Strategy and Homes in Multiple Occupancy (HMOs).

Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on Wednesday 21 January 2026 was largely dominated by a debate over an urgent motion concerning Mercury Land Holdings, which ultimately led to the adjournment of most business. After extensive procedural discussions and votes, the council agreed to defer the remaining agenda items to a future date.

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.

Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 4th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee was scheduled to meet to discuss a food waste service update, the active travel strategy consultation, a school streets programme review, and homes in multiple occupancy.

JOINT MEETING WITH PEOPLE OSSC, Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss a report on Launders Lane (Arnold's Field). The sub-committee will scrutinise the report and agree on any recommendations for the Overview and Scrutiny Board to consider for referral to the Cabinet for response. The sub-committee has invited the public, local residents and outside agencies to contribute to the process.