Community Assets
Havering Council recently defeated a Community Assets Protection Charter, while Tower Hamlets approved a significant housing investment.
Havering Council's decision in May 2026 to defeat a motion for a Community Assets Protection Charter, which would have safeguarded community buildings and spaces through public consultation and a Right of First Bid, is a key recent development. Separately, Tower Hamlets Council approved a £609 million Housing Asset Management Strategy in March 2026 to maintain and improve its housing stock.
The Housing and Communities Select Committee in Kensington and Chelsea reviewed the annual performance of its Housing Management and Needs, and Communities and Culture departments in June 2026. No further council meetings specifically discussing community assets are currently scheduled.
Community assets are resources and facilities, such as buildings, public spaces, and housing, that are valued by and benefit a local community. Councils discuss how to protect, manage, and invest in these assets for collective benefit.
Key facts
- Havering Council defeated a motion for a Community Assets Protection Charter in May 2026. Source
- The motion for the charter was defeated with 21 votes against and 8 in favour. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council approved a £609 million Housing Asset Management Strategy in March 2026. Source
- The Tower Hamlets strategy covers the period 2026-2031. 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.