Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget
Councils are currently focusing on capital investment in housing stock and adjusting rents to support Housing Revenue Account budgets.
Harrow Council's Cabinet approved a £97.6 million capital works programme in March 2026 to modernise its housing stock, focusing on energy efficiency and addressing damp and mould. This extensive programme aims to renew key components like windows, roofs, and boilers, reducing disrepair cases and improving overall housing conditions.
In December 2025, Barking and Dagenham Council's Cabinet approved a rent increase for council tenants for the 2026/27 financial year. This decision supports the financial stability of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), which manages income and expenditure for council housing, including maintaining and improving properties.
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