constitution
Merton Council is reviewing its constitution for future challenges, as other councils discuss or approve updates to their governing documents.
Merton Council is undertaking a comprehensive review of its constitution to ensure robust governance and readiness for future challenges, including its evolving role as a landlord, with progress discussed by the Governance Standards and Audit Committee in September 2026. Tower Hamlets Council's General Purposes Committee also discussed updates to its constitution, including a new constitution portal, in September 2026.
In July 2026, Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved updates to its Constitution, affecting departmental registers of authorities. Tower Hamlets Council's General Purposes Committee reviewed its constitution in June 2026, emphasising its role as a "living document". Brent Council's Annual Council Meeting in May 2026 necessitated significant constitutional changes following the re-election of Councillor Muhammed Butt and a new political composition.
Greenwich Council approved significant changes to its Constitution in March 2026, introducing new procedures for public and member questions, a revised call-in process, and alterations to the Tenants Oversight and Influence Panel, despite opposition. The constitution outlines the fundamental principles and rules by which a council is governed.
Key facts
- Merton Council is undertaking a comprehensive review of its constitution. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved updates to its Constitution on July 15, 2026. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council's General Purposes Committee reviewed its constitution on June 29, 2026. Source
- Councillor Muhammed Butt was re-elected as Leader of Brent Council on May 20, 2026, necessitating constitutional changes. Source
- Greenwich Council approved significant changes to its Constitution on March 18, 2026. Source
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