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Kensington and Chelsea council

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Kensington and Chelsea Council is addressing a £4.5 million overspend and rising complaints following a November 2025 cyber-attack, while also managing housing performance.

Kensington and Chelsea Council is facing a £4.5 million overspend in the first quarter of the financial year, with a November 2025 cyber-attack cited as a primary cause, according to a report to the Leadership Team in September 2026. The cyber incident disrupted council systems, contributing to a 40% rise in complaints in 2025/26, with housing issues leading the surge, an annual complaints report revealed in September 2026.

Housing repair satisfaction fell to 82.65% in the first quarter of the financial year, although it remains above the 80% target, a report to the Leadership Team noted in September 2026. Separately, the Planning Applications Committee approved plans in September 2026 for a new duplex apartment in World's End, facade replacements at Notting Hill Gate, and a basement extension for a yoga studio at 14 Lennox Gardens.

The council's Audit and Transparency Committee reviewed the Auditor's Annual Report for 2025/26 in September 2026, which highlighted weaknesses in governance related to the cyber-attack and housing safety standards. Licensing Sub-Committees are scheduled to meet in October 2026. Kensington and Chelsea Council is the local government authority responsible for providing services in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Key facts

  1. Kensington and Chelsea Council is facing a £4.5 million overspend in the first quarter of the financial year. Source
  2. A cyber-attack in November 2025 is cited as a primary cause of the council's overspend. Source
  3. Complaints to the council soared by 40% in 2025/26, with housing issues leading the surge. Source
  4. Housing repair satisfaction fell to 82.65% in the first quarter of the financial year. Source
  5. The Planning Applications Committee approved a new duplex apartment in World's End in September 2026. Source
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Stories, page 6

  1. King's Road development approved with facade height rise Kensington and Chelsea Council's Planning Applications Committee has approved plans for a development at 232 King's Road and 18-20 Chelsea Manor Street, which includes an... Kensington and Chelsea 26 June 2026
  2. Chelsea nursery wins extended hours despite noise concerns A children's nursery in Chelsea has been granted permission to extend its operating hours and outdoor play times, despite concerns raised by local residents about potential noise. Kensington and Chelsea 26 June 2026
  3. Kensington and Chelsea Council Defers Medical Generator Plan Amid Visual and Noise Concerns Kensington and Chelsea Council's Planning Applications Committee has deferred a decision on the installation of an emergency generator at a medical facility due to significant... Kensington and Chelsea 26 June 2026
  4. Listed building consent for Notting Hill Gate Library steps Listed building consent granted for Notting Hill Gate Library steps Kensington and Chelsea 26 June 2026
  5. Cremorne Wharf to become temporary public park Cremorne Wharf is set to be transformed into a temporary public park, offering residents a new green space for five years. Kensington and Chelsea 29 April 2026
  6. Albert Bridge Repairs Discussed by Kensington and Chelsea Council Kensington and Chelsea Council's Leadership Team has discussed the necessary repairs for Albert Bridge, according to a report presented at their meeting on Wednesday, March 25,... Kensington and Chelsea 26 March 2026
  7. Kensington and Chelsea Council Reviews Housing Management Performance Kensington and Chelsea Council's Leadership Team has reviewed the performance of its housing management services for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. The team... Kensington and Chelsea 26 March 2026
  8. Kensington and Chelsea Council Approves Write-Off of Rent Arrears at 50 Sloane Avenue Kensington and Chelsea Council's Leadership Team has approved the write-off of arrears and accrued rent at 50 Sloane Avenue, SW3 3DD. The decision was made during a meeting held... Kensington and Chelsea 26 March 2026