Councillor Syed Hussain Ahmed

Council - Monday 14th December 2026 7.00 p.m.

Council - Monday 2nd November 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Council of Newham Council is scheduled to convene on Monday 2 November 2026, with a meeting agenda that includes a significant discussion on Our Newham Local Plan - Adoption. Additionally, members will consider updates on the Constitution Updates; Planning Reforms and address various motions submitted by councillors on topics ranging from community safety to environmental resilience.

Council - Monday 5th October 2026 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 05 October 2026 saw a robust debate on the proposed Community Neighbourhoods model, ultimately resulting in a motion calling for leadership arrangements to reflect the democratic composition of the wards. The motion was carried with 34 votes in favour, 0 against, and 22 abstentions.

Pensions Committee - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Pensions Committee of Newham Council met on Thursday 16 July 2026, approving the 2026/27 Pension Administration budget and the Pension Fund Business Plan, and agreeing to the London Collective Investment Vehicle (London CIV) Investment Management Agreement. The committee also agreed to note the Barnett Waddingham report on the Fund's investment performance and funding update as at 31 March 2026.

Council - Monday, 13 July 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 13 July 2026 saw the appointment of Maria Christofi as the new Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service. Key discussions also included a motion to stand united against hatred and extremism, and a debate on ethical investment and divestment from companies involved in human rights violations.