Issue

affordable housing

543 stories · discussed at 606 council meetings · 32 councils

Councils are tackling housing shortages and homelessness through new strategies and development plans.

Croydon Council approved a new strategy in September 2026 to tackle homelessness and boost housing supply, projecting £10 million in savings. Southwark Council adopted a vision in September 2026 to combat child poverty and increase affordable homes, acknowledging high child poverty rates and housing department failings. Haringey's Cabinet Member for Housing approved a contractor in September 2026 to build 37 new homes at Woodridings Court N22.

Lambeth Council's Cabinet approved plans for approximately 830 new homes in September 2026, but the council faces a £9.3 million overspend, partly due to increased temporary accommodation costs. Hillingdon Council provided 510 social housing lettings over the past year, though it faces a chronic shortage of larger properties. Hackney Council defeated a motion in September 2026 concerning resident moves during regeneration due to financial and contractual risks.

Councils continue to address the provision of housing that is affordable to those with low to moderate incomes. Westminster's Growth and Planning and Children's and Education Policy and Scrutiny Committee and Havering's Strategic Planning Committee are scheduled to meet on October 1, 2026. Waltham Forest's Executive Decision is set for October 2, 2026.

Key facts

  1. Croydon Council approved a strategy in September 2026 aiming for £10 million in savings by tackling homelessness and boosting housing supply. Source
  2. Lambeth Council's Cabinet approved the SADPD in September 2026, paving the way for approximately 830 new homes. Source
  3. Hillingdon Council provided 510 social housing lettings over the past year, with 271 being council homes. Source
  4. Southwark Council's housing department was rated as having serious failings by the Regulator of Social Housing in September 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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 32

  1. Islington Council Scrutiny Committee Addresses Paradise Park Children's Centre Closure and Support for Affected Families Islington Council's Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee has reviewed the proposed closure of Paradise Park Children's Centre, a decision affecting 49 families and 47... Islington 30 June 2026
  2. Paradise Park Children's Centre Closure Raises Transparency and Financial Concerns Parents have expressed significant local impact and urgency over the proposed closure of Paradise Park Children's Centre, with concerns raised about transparency and... Islington 30 June 2026
  3. New Local Plan consultation to begin in Hillingdon Hillingdon Council's Cabinet has approved the commencement of a public consultation on the borough's new Local Plan, a crucial step in shaping the area's future development over... Hillingdon 27 June 2026
  4. Islington Council Approves Strategy for Domestic Gas Boiler Services and Repairs Islington Council has approved a strategy for domestic gas boiler services and repairs, ensuring the continued provision of safe and reliable heating for residents and... Islington 27 June 2026
  5. New housing system to get £372k boost Kingston Council Approves Additional Funding for Housing Management System Upgrade Kingston upon Thames 27 June 2026
  6. Solar panels to feature in Hatherley Mews renovation Waltham Forest Council has approved a £1.57 million contract for the refurbishment of Hatherley Mews, a historic site in Walthamstow. The project, which includes the... Waltham Forest 27 June 2026
  7. Blue Badge appeals process to be outsourced Kingston Council's Corporate and Resources Committee has approved the outsourcing of the Blue Badge appeals process, a move intended to streamline the system and make it more... Kingston upon Thames 27 June 2026
  8. Council pension fund to invest 5-10% locally Hammersmith and Fulham Council's pension fund is set to invest between 5% and 10% of its assets locally, following a decision by the Pension Fund Committee. Hammersmith and Fulham 26 June 2026