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Cabinet Member for Finance

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Wandsworth Council's July 2025 decision to invest in new homes remains the most recent reported financial development.

The Cabinet Member for Finance is responsible for council financial matters. The most recent reported activity related to council finances was in July 2025, when Wandsworth Council approved a Housing Revenue Account capital budget variation of over £10 million to acquire new homes.

This investment aimed to reduce reliance on temporary accommodation, particularly for larger families, by providing more stable housing solutions. The council allocated £10 million for 2025/26 and £15 million for 2026/27 for these acquisitions, as detailed in the Annual Resources Report.

Key facts

  1. Wandsworth Council approved a capital budget variation of over £10 million in July 2025. Source
  2. The investment aimed to acquire new homes to reduce reliance on temporary accommodation. Source
  3. The council allocated £10 million for 2025/26 and £15 million for 2026/27 for home acquisitions. Source
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