Borough Residents' Forum
Wandsworth Council has consulted the Borough Residents' Forum on housing rent increases and investment plans for council homes.
Wandsworth Council consulted the Borough Residents' Forum (BRF) on housing-related financial matters in late 2025. The council undertook consultation through the BRF meeting on 16 January 2025 regarding a proposed 2.7% increase in council housing rents from April 2025. Earlier, discussions at the BRF on 29 October 2025 covered the Housing Revenue Account Business Plan Update, preceding the council's approval of a £6.8 million investment in housing improvements.
The Borough Residents' Forum is a platform for residents to discuss local issues with Wandsworth Council. It serves as a consultation body for the council on various topics, including financial plans for housing. The council's Housing Revenue Account (HRA) is a ringfenced fund for managing and investing in council housing stock.
Key facts
- Wandsworth Council undertook consultation through the Borough Residents' Forum on 16 January 2025 regarding a proposed rent increase. Source
- Wandsworth Council is set to increase council housing rents by a maximum of 2.7% from April 2025. Source
- Discussions at the Borough Residents' Forum on 29 October 2025 covered the Housing Revenue Account Business Plan Update. Source
- Wandsworth Council approved a £6.8 million investment in housing improvements. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. 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.