The issue of deer culling in Havering’s parks could come under closer scrutiny after councillors agreed to add it to their list of topics to examine.
Havering council’s Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee agreed at a meeting on Tuesday 10 November 2026 that the practice would be added to its work programme for prioritisation.
Deer culling was among the topics suggested as the committee discussed potential items for its upcoming schedule. It was noted as potentially affecting parks and open spaces, particularly in the Harold Hill area.
Acknowledging how emotive the subject is, members said they wanted to make sure any decisions on deer culling are well considered. They also raised the possibility of making it a pre-decision scrutiny item, which would allow councillors to examine the issue before any decision is taken.
The committee will circulate a revised draft work programme to members for comments.
