Council Housing Acquisition Programme
Councils are acquiring new homes, with Haringey purchasing 21 in August 2026, and Hackney seeking Greater London Authority funding for 125 more.
Haringey Council acquired 21 new council homes in Wood Green in August 2026, a decision approved by Councillor Tammy Hymas, Cabinet Member for Housing and Co-Deputy Leader. This move is part of the council's pledge to build 3,000 council homes by 2031.
Hackney Council discussed purchasing 125 homes for temporary accommodation in July 2025, seeking funding from the Greater London Authority (GLA) under the Council Housing Acquisition Programme. This programme helps councils acquire homes, often for temporary accommodation, with GLA funding.
Key facts
- Haringey Council acquired 21 new council homes in Wood Green in August 2026. Source
- The acquisition was approved by Councillor Tammy Hymas, Cabinet Member for Housing and Co-Deputy Leader. Source
- Hackney Council discussed purchasing 125 homes for temporary accommodation in July 2025. Source
- Hackney Council is seeking funding from the Greater London Authority under the programme. 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.