Constitutional Changes
Brent Council approved a new Homes Scrutiny Committee in July 2026 to oversee housing functions.
Brent Council approved the establishment of a new Homes Scrutiny Committee in July 2026, a constitutional change aimed at improving efficiency and accountability in housing functions. This decision followed serious failings identified by the Regulator of Social Housing, prompting dedicated oversight.
The new committee will comprise nine councillors and four non-voting co-opted members, including an independent member of the Housing Management Advisory Board, a council housing tenant representative, a leaseholder representative, and a registered provider representative. Full Council will appoint tenant and leaseholder representatives.
Key facts
- Brent Council approved a new Homes Scrutiny Committee in July 2026. Source
- The committee will provide dedicated oversight of Brent's housing functions. Source
- The committee's establishment was prompted by serious failings identified by the Regulator of Social Housing. Source
- The committee will have nine councillors and four non-voting co-opted members. Source
- Co-opted members include a council housing tenant representative and a leaseholder representative. Source
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