infrastructure
Bexley Council approved a £145 million capital programme for infrastructure, as other councils consider funding and long-term planning.
Bexley Council approved a £145 million capital programme in April 2026 to enhance local infrastructure and community facilities, including highways maintenance and library upgrades. In March 2026, Brent Pension Fund announced a shift in its investment strategy, increasing its focus on protection assets following an improved funding position from March 2025.
Tower Hamlets Council considered a new levy on Research & Development projects in December 2025, which could generate an estimated £24.36 million for infrastructure funding. Meanwhile, Greenwich Council prepared for a public consultation on its 15-year Local Plan in November 2025, which addresses infrastructure among other key issues.
Waltham Forest Council was set to adopt its modified Local Plan Part 2 in December 2025, which allocates specific sites for development and identifies site-specific infrastructure needs. This plan complements Part 1, adopted in February 2024, guiding land use and design quality.
Key facts
- Bexley Council approved a £145 million capital programme in April 2026. Source
- Brent Pension Fund announced a shift in its investment strategy in March 2026. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council considered a new R&D levy of £117 per square meter in December 2025. Source
- The proposed R&D levy could generate £24.36 million for Tower Hamlets infrastructure funding. Source
- Waltham Forest Council was set to adopt its Local Plan Part 2 on 11 December 2025. Source
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