Cabinet Member for Communities and Housing
Bexley Council's community and housing areas recently saw a new safety strategy adopted and faced rejected investment.
Bexley Council formally adopted a new community safety strategy in July 2026, focusing on crime prevention and early intervention. The strategy, approved by councillors, includes training, outreach, and community engagement projects, alongside prioritised investment in specialist roles for violence reduction and violence against women and girls.
In April 2026, councillors rejected a £30 million investment in highways that also included funding for community services. Councillor David Leaf, Leader of the Council, noted that members had voted against this proposed investment.
The Cabinet Member for Communities and Housing is a specific role within Bexley Council responsible for community services and housing matters.
Key facts
- Bexley Council adopted a new community safety strategy on July 15, 2026. Source
- The strategy prioritises investment in specialist roles for violence reduction and violence against women and girls. Source
- Councillors rejected a £30 million investment in highways and community services in April 2026. Source
- The rejection of the investment occurred at a Public Cabinet meeting on April 9, 2026. Source
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