Organisation

Waltham Forest Council

95 stories · discussed at 19 council meetings · 2 councils

Waltham Forest Council is currently focusing on housing provision, approving significant investments for temporary homes and reviewing its long-term housing strategy.

Waltham Forest Council's Cabinet approved plans in September 2026 to review the borough's housing strategy, involving a two-year consultation. The Cabinet also approved an £18 million investment to convert four council-owned buildings into 60 temporary homes for homeless families, with works set to begin in late 2026. The Planning Committee granted permission for two of these conversions, at 130 Trumpington Road and Rowan House, in September 2026.

In September 2026, the Cabinet approved £0.220 million for new and temporary posts in its debt and communications teams, aiming to improve debt recovery. This follows a report in July 2026 that detailed a £28.7 million capital budget slippage for the 2025/26 financial year, primarily due to delays in the Housing General Fund.

The Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee granted a premises licence for TBC Sheperds Bush in July 2026, despite resident concerns, and modified Duos Lounge's licence due to noise complaints. In September 2026, the Sub-Committee also granted a partial variation for RnR Lounge. The council also committed in July 2026 to review policies for Trans, Non-Binary, and Intersex Inclusion.

Key facts

  1. Waltham Forest Council's Cabinet approved plans to review the borough's housing strategy in September 2026. Source
  2. The Cabinet approved an £18 million investment for temporary homes in September 2026. Source
  3. The Cabinet approved £0.220 million for debt and communications teams in September 2026. Source
  4. The council reported a £28.7 million capital budget slippage for 2025/26 in July 2026. Source
  5. The Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee granted a premises licence for TBC Sheperds Bush in July 2026. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 3

  1. Waltham Forest Council Reviews CCTV Strategy to Combat Fly-Tipping Concerns over fly-tipping and the use of CCTV cameras were among the issues raised during a Waltham Forest Council meeting held on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  2. Waltham Forest Council Reports £28.7 Million Capital Budget Slippage Waltham Forest Council has reported a significant slippage of £28.7 million in its capital budget for the 2025/26 financial year, representing 17% of the overall capital budget.... Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  3. Council to Review Policies for Trans, Non-Binary, Intersex Inclusion Waltham Forest Council has committed to a comprehensive review of its policies to ensure greater inclusion for transgender, non-binary, and intersex (TIN) residents. The... Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  4. Council Approves £1M+ Domestic Abuse Partnership Funding Council Approves Over £1 Million for Domestic Abuse Partnership Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  5. Waltham Forest Council Approves New Planning Committee Rules to Streamline Process Waltham Forest Council has adopted new rules governing its Planning Committee, aiming to streamline the planning process in line with national legislation. The changes, approved... Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  6. New Allowances for Opposition Councillors Approved Waltham Forest councillors have approved new allowances for opposition councillors, aiming to ensure public office is accessible to a broader range of residents and to foster a... Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  7. Waltham Forest Appoints New Youth Mayor and Deputies Waltham Forest Council has appointed its new Youth Mayor and Deputy Youth Mayors, who will serve for the upcoming municipal year. Waltham Forest 18 July 2026
  8. Waltham Forest Council Refuses Licence Variation for Endri's Due to Nuisance Fears A bid to extend the operating hours and alcohol sales at Endri's, a premises on Wood Street, Walthamstow, has been refused by Waltham Forest Council's Licensing Act 2003... Waltham Forest 13 July 2026