alternative business plans
Havering Council recently considered alternative business plans for library redevelopment, though a motion to develop them failed to pass.
In March 2026, Havering Council discussed alternative business plans for library redevelopment, including sites like Gidea Park and Harold Wood. A motion, put forward by Councillor Keith Prince and seconded by Councillor Michael White, called for a pause on decisions and a thorough review to develop these plans, but it ultimately failed to pass.
The discussion took place as the council faced a difficult financial position, with alternative business plans representing proposals for different operational and financial strategies for public services. No further meetings are currently scheduled on this specific topic.
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