Hounslow Council has approved a £1.1 million investment to kickstart the regeneration of the Golden Mile, a decision made by the council's Cabinet on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. This funding is part of a wider allocation for strategic priority projects and aims to regenerate a key area of the borough, aligning with the council's commitment to economic growth and development.

The Golden Mile Investment Framework (GMIF) was approved, with the £1,115,000 funding earmarked for the implementation of the Delivery Action Plan for Phase 1 strategic priority projects. The specific projects included in this phase are detailed in Exempt Appendix 3 of the submitted report, which also outlines the timeline for their implementation.

Council members review a map with annotations and sticky notes during a meeting discussing urban regeneration and infrastructure projects.
Council members review a mapSource: Cabinet papers, 20 January 2026

Delegated authority has been granted to the Director for Regeneration and Economic Growth to oversee procurement and contractual decisions for the programme. These decisions must fall under £1 million and comply with the Contract Procedure Rules.

An architectural illustration depicting a proposed urban development plan, featuring green spaces, water bodies, and various building structures, likely related to the Golden Mile regeneration project discussed in the council meeting.
Urban development plan illustrationSource: Cabinet papers, 20 January 2026

The council's key economic growth and development goals for this regeneration include revitalising the area and fostering new opportunities. Further details on the Golden Mile Investment Framework can be found in the submitted report Golden Mile Investment Framework - Report.

A group of young people are gathered around a table, looking at a map and discussing plans.
Young people discussing plansSource: Cabinet papers, 20 January 2026

More information on the Phase 1 projects can be accessed in Appendix 2 of the relevant documents Appendix 2 - Golden Mile Phase 1 Projects.