Paul Buckenham

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.

Strategic Development Committee - Wednesday, 3rd September, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Strategic Development Committee convened to discuss two planning applications: a large mixed-use development at Orchard Wharf and a change of use application at 27-29 Thomas More Square. The committee voted to approve the Orchard Wharf application, and voted to defer the Thomas More Square application for further negotiation.

Strategic Development Committee - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Strategic Development Committee met to discuss several agenda items, with the main focus being the planning application for the redevelopment of the Teviot Estate. After hearing objections and support, the committee voted to grant planning permission for the application, subject to conditions and planning obligations. Councillor Lillou Ahmed was also elected as Vice-Chair of the committee.