Issue

Affordable Housing

630 stories · discussed at 794 council meetings · 33 councils

Councils are currently focused on increasing affordable housing supply through new developments and funding, alongside discussions on housing targets and planning policies.

In November 2026, Tower Hamlets Council approved a new development at Tomlinson Close, which will include 33 affordable homes at social rent levels. Also in November 2026, Bexley Labour councillors called for a significant increase in affordable housing and council properties. Bromley Council accepted a grant from the Greater London Authority in October 2026 to support affordable housing development within the borough.

Lewisham Council is set to consult in November 2026 on new planning guidance that will generally discourage further purpose-built student accommodation, citing concerns about its impact on conventional housing targets. Merton Council granted planning permission for 67 new homes at 57 High Path, Wimbledon, in October 2026.

Upcoming meetings in November 2026 for Camden, Haringey, Richmond upon Thames, Kensington and Chelsea, and Redbridge will include discussions related to housing. Affordable housing refers to homes made available for purchase or rent at a cost accessible to people with low to moderate incomes.

Key facts

  1. Tower Hamlets Council approved a development at Tomlinson Close in November 2026 that will deliver 33 affordable homes at social rent levels. Source
  2. Lewisham Council will consult on new planning guidance to discourage further purpose-built student accommodation to avoid compromising housing targets. Source
  3. Bexley Labour councillors called for a significant increase in affordable housing and council properties in November 2026. Source
  4. Bromley Council accepted a grant from the GLA's Affordable and Social Housing Programme in October 2026. Source
  5. Merton Council granted planning permission for 67 new homes at 57 High Path, Wimbledon, in October 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 6 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 16

  1. Barn Hotel Redevelopment Approved for 71 Homes The Hillingdon Planning Committee has approved plans for the redevelopment of The Barn Hotel, paving the way for 71 new homes. Hillingdon 19 September 2026
  2. Lambeth Local Plan development: Public health input sought Lambeth Council is seeking public health input to shape its forthcoming Local Plan, a crucial document outlining the borough's development over the next 10-15 years. The plan,... Lambeth 19 September 2026
  3. Brent Council Approves New Four-Neighbourhood NHS Model to Streamline Services Brent Council's Health and Wellbeing Board has approved a new model for NHS neighbourhood health services, consolidating the borough's five existing areas into four. The... Brent 19 September 2026
  4. New Hackney bar Golden Food gets late licence despite resident fears A new bar in Hackney has been granted a late-night licence despite concerns raised by local residents about potential increases in crime, disorder, and public nuisance. Hackney 19 September 2026
  5. Brent's Cancer Screening Rates Lag Behind London and England Averages Cancer screening rates in Brent are falling behind the averages for both London and England, a recent Health and Wellbeing Board meeting heard. Brent 19 September 2026
  6. Hillingdon Council Approves 2026-2030 Priorities Hillingdon Council has formally approved its priorities for the next four years, setting out a clear vision for the borough between 2026 and 2030. The overarching ambition is to... Hillingdon 19 September 2026
  7. Better Care Fund Agreement for Health and Social Care Hillingdon Council has approved its participation in a Section 75 agreement with the West and North London Integrated Care Board (ICB) for the 2026/27 Better Care Fund (BCF).... Hillingdon 19 September 2026
  8. Adult social care strategy prioritises independence and carer support Kingston Council's People Committee has approved a new adult social care strategy for 2026-2029, with a strong focus on promoting independence, increasing choice and control... Kingston upon Thames 19 September 2026