housing quality
Brent residents are raising concerns about housing quality and maintenance, while Tower Hamlets approved a new housing strategy.
In July 2026, South Kilburn residents raised significant concerns at Brent Council regarding housing quality and maintenance issues, including mould and heating problems in new developments, and delays in refurbishing existing properties. Pete Firmin, Chair of the South Kilburn Tenants Association, detailed these issues, which also included neglected communal areas and a lack of promised community facilities.
Tower Hamlets Council approved a new 10-year housing strategy in February 2026, committing £609 million over two years to improve housing stock and address housing quality. Waltham Forest's Inclusive Growth and Housing Scrutiny Committee also reviewed the council's Housing Strategy in July 2026, which covers the standard of residential properties. No further meetings specifically discussing housing quality are currently scheduled by these councils.
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