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