Safety
Kensington and Chelsea progresses Grenfell safety commitments, while other councils address public safety in developments, licensing, and community settings.
Kensington and Chelsea Council is progressing its commitments from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, with 16 of 45 completed by July 2026. A public-facing dashboard is being developed to track these efforts, which are being reorganised into themes including Safety. The council's Appointments Panel also sought a Director of Housing Management in September 2025, prioritising safety and leadership in the wake of the Grenfell tragedy.
Public safety is a recurring discussion point across councils. Havering Council approved new flats in March 2026 despite councillors raising concerns about the safety of women and girls. In January 2026, Barnet Council approved a supported living facility, addressing local objections regarding neighbourhood safety. Haringey's Licensing Sub Committee discussed resident safety concerns in August 2025 regarding a new premises licence.
Barnet's Safer Communities Partnership Board discussed community safety issues and crime performance in September 2026. Separately, Tower Hamlets Council addressed a petition in November 2025 regarding safety concerns about a new cricket square in Victoria Park, citing potential dangers to park users.
Key facts
- Kensington and Chelsea Council had completed 16 out of 45 Grenfell Tower Inquiry commitments by July 2026. Source
- Havering Council approved plans for 106 new flats in Romford in March 2026, despite safety concerns. Source 1 Source 2
- Barnet Council approved a supported living facility for up to eight adults with mental health needs in January 2026. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council addressed a petition regarding safety concerns about a new cricket square in Victoria Park in November 2025. Source
- Haringey's Licensing Sub Committee discussed resident safety concerns regarding a new premises licence in August 2025. Source
About this summary
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.