Development

Stories, page 46

1. Croydon Council to hire new directors on six-figure salaries Croydon Council is set to hire two new directors on six-figure salaries, with the Appointments & Disciplinary Committee agreeing to proceed with the selection process for both... Croydon 13 March 2026
2. H&F council reports on biodiversity gains Hammersmith and Fulham Council has reported significant gains in its efforts to conserve and enhance biodiversity across the borough. The council's Enhanced Biodiversity Duty... Hammersmith and Fulham 12 March 2026
   
3. Battersea Power Station to host new 'Chimney Lift Experience' Battersea Power Station is preparing to launch a new visitor attraction, the 'Chimney Lift Experience', which will allow people to ascend inside one of its iconic chimneys. The... Wandsworth 12 March 2026
4. Chivalry Hall Alterations Approved Despite Heritage Committee Objections Wandsworth Council's Conservation and Heritage Advisory Committee has expressed strong disappointment after planning permission was granted for alterations to Chivalry Hall,... Wandsworth 12 March 2026
5. Wandsworth Council Overrides Heritage Committee on Thurleigh Road Extension Wandsworth Council has controversially granted planning permission for an extension on Thurleigh Road, overriding the objections of its own Conservation and Heritage Advisory... Wandsworth 12 March 2026
6. Tower Hamlets Pension Fund Faces LGPS Pooling Reforms and New Governance Regulations Tower Hamlets Pension Fund is bracing for significant shifts driven by Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) pooling reforms and new regulations taking effect from April 1,... Tower Hamlets 10 March 2026
7. Croydon's EV Charging Infrastructure Plans Delayed Amidst Strategy and Funding Clarifications Croydon's plans to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure are facing delays, with the council's Electric Vehicle Strategy still in draft and awaiting... Croydon 10 March 2026
   
8. East Croydon Link Bridge Legal Negotiations Nearing Completion Discussions are continuing regarding the proposed East Croydon link bridge, a key component of the town centre regeneration programme. Legal negotiations are ongoing between... Croydon 10 March 2026
9. Croydon Secures £2m Developer Funds for Transport Infrastructure Upgrades Croydon is set to benefit from over £2 million in developer funds secured through Section 106 agreements, aimed at enhancing the borough's transport infrastructure and... Croydon 10 March 2026
   
10. New Climate Change Strategy aims for net zero by 2040 Redbridge Council has approved a new Climate Change Strategy aiming for net zero by 2040, outlining 138 actions across five key themes: Energy-Efficient Modern Buildings,... Redbridge 2 March 2026
    
11. Redbridge Council Extends Voluntary Sector Grants Programme to 2027 Redbridge Council has approved a one-year extension to its Corporate Voluntary Sector Grants Programme, pushing its conclusion to 2027. The decision, made by the Cabinet on... Redbridge 2 March 2026
12. Green Belt development debated for Hornchurch site Havering Council's Strategic Planning Committee has debated proposals for residential development on land north of Benets Road in Hornchurch, a site currently designated as... Havering 1 March 2026
13. Havering Council approves Waterloo Estate regeneration plans Havering Council's Strategic Planning Committee has approved regeneration plans for the Waterloo Estate in Romford, paving the way for the development of two new residential... Havering 1 March 2026
14. Heritage Listing Refused for Seething Wells Filter Beds; Landowner Considers Appeal and Development Discussions surrounding the future of the Seething Wells Filter Beds are ongoing, with the latest update presented to the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee on Tuesday, 24... Kingston upon Thames 1 March 2026
15. Twickenham Riverside audit finds 'reasonable assurance' An audit of the Twickenham Riverside Project has found that core project controls are largely in place and operating effectively, providing reasonable assurance. The project,... Richmond upon Thames 1 March 2026
16. Redbridge Council to Introduce New Pickleball Courts at Oaks Park Redbridge Council is set to introduce new pickleball courts at Oaks Park as part of a wider commitment to expanding leisure facilities and promoting community well-being. The... Redbridge 1 March 2026
17. H&F Council Approves £100m+ Capital Investment Plan for 2026-2030 Hammersmith and Fulham Council has approved a significant capital investment plan, set to span four years from 2026 to 2030. The plan, which includes a detailed Capital Strategy... Hammersmith and Fulham 1 March 2026
    
18. Rent increases planned for council tenants Enfield Council is planning to increase rents for its council tenants by 4.8% in the 2026/27 financial year. The decision, made by the council's Cabinet, aligns with government... Enfield 1 March 2026
    
19. Croydon Council plans £874m capital investment Croydon Council has unveiled plans for an £874 million capital investment over the next six years, as detailed in its General Fund Capital Programme for 2025-31. The ambitious... Croydon 1 March 2026
20. Enfield Council unveils 10-year housing plan Enfield Council has unveiled a comprehensive 10-year plan aimed at delivering thousands of new affordable homes and transforming neighbourhoods across the borough. Enfield 1 March 2026