Agenda and minutes

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Contact: Ayshe Simsek, Democratic Services and Scrutiny Manager / Fiona Rae, Acting Committees Manager  Email: ayshe.simsek@haringey.gov.uk / Email: fiona.rae@haringey.gov.uk

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Items
No. Item

1.

Filming at Meetings

Please note that this meeting may be filmed or recorded by the Council for live or subsequent broadcast via the Council’s internet site or by anyone attending the meeting using any communication method. Although we ask members of the public recording, filming or reporting on the meeting not to include the public seating areas, members of the public attending the meeting should be aware that we cannot guarantee that they will not be filmed or recorded by others attending the meeting. Members of the public participating in the meeting (e.g. making deputations, asking questions, making oral protests) should be aware that they are likely to be filmed, recorded or reported on. 

 

By entering the meeting room and using the public seating area, you are consenting to being filmed and to the possible use of those images and sound recordings.

 

The chair of the meeting has the discretion to terminate or suspend filming or recording, if in his or her opinion continuation of the filming, recording or reporting would disrupt or prejudice the proceedings, infringe the rights of any individual or may lead to the breach of a legal obligation by the Council.

Minutes:

The Chair referred to the notice of filming at meetings and attendees noted this information.

2.

Apologies

To receive any apologies for absence.

Minutes:

There were no apologies for absence.

3.

Urgent Business

The Chair will consider the admission of any late items of Urgent Business. (Late items of Urgent Business will be considered under the agenda item where they appear. New items of Urgent Business will be dealt with under Item 13 below. New items of exempt business will be dealt with at Item 17 below).

Minutes:

There were no new items of urgent business submitted.

 

The Democratic Services and Scrutiny Manager advised that there was an additional addendum to be considered with Item 9, North London Waste Plan. These were the minutes of the Strategic Planning Committee which considered this report after publication of the Cabinet Agenda on the 14th of June.  As set out in the late business sheet, there was a need to consider this information in accordance with Part Three section B of the Council Constitution.

 

The Cabinet agreed to consider this additional information with item 9.

 

4.

Declarations of Interest

A Member with a disclosable pecuniary interest or a prejudicial interest in a matter who attends a meeting of the authority at which the matter is considered:

 

(i) must disclose the interest at the start of the meeting or when the interest becomes apparent, and

(ii) may not participate in any discussion or vote on the matter and must withdraw from the meeting room.

 

A Member who discloses at a meeting a disclosable pecuniary interest which is not registered in the Register of Members’ Interests or the subject of a pending notification must notify the Monitoring Officer of the interest within 28 days of the disclosure.

 

Disclosable pecuniary interests, personal interests and prejudicial interests are defined at Paragraphs 5-7 and Appendix A of the Members’ Code of Conduct.

Minutes:

There were no declarations of interest put forward at the meeting.

5.

Notice of Intention to Conduct Business in Private, any Representations Received and the Response to any such Representations

On occasions part of the Cabinet meeting will be held in private and will not be open to the public if an item is being considered that is likely to lead to the disclosure of exempt or confidential information. In accordance with the Local Authorities (Executive Arrangements) (Meetings and Access to Information) (England) Regulations 2012 (the “Regulations”), members of the public can make representations about why that part of the meeting should be open to the public.

 

This agenda contains exempt items as set out at Item 15: Exclusion of the Press and Public. No representations with regard to these have been received.

 

This is the formal five clear day notice under the Regulations to confirm that this Cabinet meeting will be partly held in private for the reasons set out in this Agenda.

Minutes:

There were no representations received on the exempt items.

6.

Minutes pdf icon PDF 786 KB

To confirm and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 8 March 2022 as a correct record.

Minutes:

RESOLVED

 

To confirm and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 8 March 2022 as a correct record.

7.

Matters Referred to Cabinet by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Minutes:

There were no matters for consideration.

8.

Deputations/Petitions/Questions

To consider any requests received in accordance with Standing Orders.

Minutes:

The Cabinet considered a deputation put forward by the Pinkham Way Alliance in relation to item 9, North London Waste Plan (NLWP). Stephen Brice addressed the Cabinet and raised the following points:

-       Although the Pinkham Way Alliance had long argued that the Pinkham Way site, as a green space, was unsuitable for inclusion in the NLWP, it welcomed MM113 of the Main Modifications. The Pinkham Way Alliance accepted the Inspector’s findings, which clarified a number of long-standing issues, and welcomed the requirement for community engagement.

-       The Pinkham Way Alliance considered that the site was better protected through inclusion in the NLWP as it would become part of the Local Plan for each constituent authorities.

-       It was stated that the North London Waste Authority (NLWA) had publicly confirmed that it had no short or medium term plans for the Pinkham Way site.

-       It was noted that, although it was established in 2011, there was still significant local interest in the Pinkham Way Alliance and its work. As an example, Stephen Brice noted that a 2019 Regulation 19 Waste Plan submission had attracted 40% more supporting signatures than any previous response and that the recent Pinkham Way Alliance Site Management Plan had in principle support from 130 people.

-       It was added that the Pinkham Way Alliance was pleased to be working with and in agreement with the Council.

 

In response to questions from the Cabinet, it was noted:

-       In response to a question about the preferred method of consultation for any future site developments, Stephen Brice expected that the community would be engaged at the pre-application stage.

 

The Cabinet Member for Housing Services, Private Renters, and Planning thanked the Pinkham Way Alliance for its work for over the last 10 years. It was stated that this work had improved the plans for the site and had led to the current position. The Cabinet Member added that the NLWP was now considered to be acceptable and would be able to manage impacts on biodiversity on the site.

9.

North London Waste Plan pdf icon PDF 614 KB

The report of the Director for Housing, Regeneration and Planning. To be introduced by the Cabinet Member for Housing Services, Private Renters and Planning.

 

This report recommends adoption by Full Council of the North London Waste Plan (NLWP). The NLWP has been subject to an Examination in Public by an independent Planning Inspector and has been found sound, subject to Main Modifications.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

The Cabinet Member for Housing Services, Private Renters, and Planning introduced the report which recommended adoption by Full Council of the North London Waste Plan (NLWP). The NLWP had been subject to an Examination in Public by an independent Planning Inspector and had been found sound, subject to Main Modifications

 

It was commented that the development of the NLWP had been a long process with considerable community engagement that had resulted in a number of modifications. It was noted that three priority areas had been identified in the NLWP: Friern Barnet Sewage Works/ Pinkham Way, Brantwood Road, and North East Tottenham. It was clarified that the authority did not own these sites and it was noted that there were multiple site owners.

 

It was highlighted that paragraph 5.26 of the report contained a factual error in relation to the Pinkham Way site. It was clarified that Barnet Council had not put forward the site as suitable for waste management. It was noted that this position was reflected in Appendix C to the report which demonstrated that, due to issues of multiple ownership, only one small area of the site owned by the North London Waste Authority (NLWA) was likely to be deliverable for waste management. The Cabinet Member thanked the Pinkham Way Alliance for raising this issue.

 

The Cabinet Member also noted that the NLWP was last agreed by Cabinet in 2019. Following this, the independent Planning Inspector had examined the NLWP and had commented that it should demarcate more clearly where development could take place and that there should be additional arrangements for biodiversity. It was explained that these issues had been addresses in the NLWP and corresponding appendices. The Cabinet Member asked the Cabinet to agree to refer the NLWP to Council for approval.

 

In response to questions from the Cabinet and Cllr Isilar-Gosling, the following information was provided:

-       It was noted that the Brantwood Road site was situated close to a residential area. It was explained that, because of the restrictions on the residential road, any vehicles would have to access the site from the east and would not impact the residential road. It was added that this was a large site and that any waste facility was unlikely to fill the entire site; in addition, it would be recommended that any facility avoided close proximity to residential areas.

-       It was also noted, in relation to the Brantwood Road site, that nothing in the NLWP would preclude the provision of solar, wind, or other sustainable energy. It was highlighted that any proposals would be subject to pre-application engagement with the community and the usual planning policy requirements.  

-       It was noted that the NLWP identified sites but that there was no guarantee that facilities would be brought forward in all of the locations. It was added that the NLWP would be subject to ongoing monitoring.

-       If sites in the NLWP were brought forward, members noted the importance of ensuring that resident engagement and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

10.

Decision to Begin Rehousing of Stapleford North pdf icon PDF 487 KB

The report of the Director for Housing, Regeneration and Planning. To be introduced by the Cabinet Member for Council House Building, Placemaking, and Development.

 

Report to authorise the rehousing and leaseholder buy-backs at Stapleford North on Broadwater Farm. Financial resource approval for leaseholder negotiations. Report follows previous authorisations in July 2021 and September 2021 and a Section 105 consultation with affected residents.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

The Cabinet Member for Council House-Building, Placemaking, and Development introduced the report which in summary sought approval:

-       to the demolition of Stapleford North

-       to authorisation for rehousing Stapleford North residents (flats 25-36, 61-72)

-       to apply the Broadwater Farm Rehousing and Payments Policy (BWFRPP) to these residents for the purpose of the rehousing.

-       suspension of Right to Buy and the rehousing of tenants ahead of the demolition contract being procured.

-       acquisition of leasehold interests set out in the exempt Part B of the report to undertake buybacks from the leaseholders in this wing block; and to note that an estimated sum of £151,750 will be utilised in the rehousing all secure tenants.

 

It was noted that:

-       The Pre-tender estimates suggested that the demolition of Stapleford North would cost approximately £600,000.

-       This demolition would be dealt with in conjunction with the demolition of the Northolt block.

-       This decision was specifically about Stapleford North which was directly connected to the Northolt tower which was previously agreed by Cabinet in November 2018 for demolition following the discovery of significant structural issues and a statutory Section 105 consultation.

-       A separate report would be brought to Cabinet dealing with the procurement and costs of demolition once the procurement route had been agreed.

-       The report’s recommendations were in line with the process previously agreed by Cabinet in July and September 2021.

 

The Cabinet Member highlighted that these decision would enable the delivery of 294 brand new Council homes on the estate, including family homes along with huge public realm improvements.

 

She added that the Council had worked closely with the residents on Broadwater Farm Estate to take these transformational plans forward. It was noted that this had been an iterative process with plans continually updated according to discussions and input with residents.

 

This community engagement would continue to be followed. Close relationships were accumulated in the ballot , leading to a 55% approval of demolition and this was one of the next steps for the transformation of Broadwater Farm.

 

The following information was provided following a question from Cllr Isilar – Gosling about the 55% turnout on the ballot, to agree demolition, and what actions would be taken in future to increase turnout. The Cabinet Member responded as follows:

 

-       That this was not a low number considering most of the affected residents eligible to vote were not directly impacted by the scheme.

-       It was acknowledged that there were always lessons to be learnt. This was a  large consultation but lessons had been learnt as the consultation progressed.

-       Praised staff for their efforts in making this a good informative campaign about the demolition and transformation plans and ensuring that impacted residents were properly communicated with.

-       Activities had included: communications in several community languages, posters in the blocks, pop up events and discussions with residents showing them models of the scheme to ensure understanding. Officers had also been continually talking with residents about what  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

11.

Establishment of the Corporate Parenting Committee, Appointment of Cabinet Members to Committees and Partnerships 2022-23, and Confirmation of Terms of Reference pdf icon PDF 208 KB

Report of the Monitoring Officer. To be introduced by the Leader.

 

Cabinet is asked to agree the establishment of the Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee, the appointment of members to Committees and Partnerships in 2022-23, and to confirm Terms of Reference.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

The Democratic services and Scrutiny Manager set out the report which took forward:

·         Re-establishment of the Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee, confirming its terms of reference, and proposed Members to serve on this advisory Cabinet sub-Committee.

·         An update on the membership of the LHC which was a joint executive committee which would only be continuing until March 2023, following agreement by constituent boroughs in Feb 2022 to disband.

·         Confirmed the appointment of Cllr Bevan to the LHC board as he was

·         nominated to sit on the Holding Board on 25th March as the delegated representative from the Joint Committee.

·         Confirmed the terms of reference of the Community Safety Partnership and  proposed appointment of members to this statutory partnership body.

 

 

RESOLVED

 

1.    To re-establish the Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee, and that the terms of reference for this advisory Sub Committee, attached at Appendix A be noted.

 

2.    To note the Community Safety Partnership membership and terms of reference attached at Appendix B;

 

3.    To agree appointments to the LHC Joint Committee (1 Cabinet Member – Cllr Williams and 1 non-exec – Cllr Bevan). These appointments shall be until March 2023.

 

4.    To confirm the appointment of Cllr Bevan to the LHC Holding Board following nomination by the Joint Committee on the 25th of March 2022 as the delegated representative from the Joint Committee.

 

5.    To appoint the following Members to serve on the Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee and Community Safety Partnership:

 

Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee

Chair – Cllr Brabazon Cabinet Member for Children, Schools, and Families

Cllr Johnson

Cllr Opoku

Cllr Mahbub

Cllr Weston

Cllr Collett

Cllr Isilar-Gosling

 

 

Community Safety Partnership

Cabinet Member for Economic Development, Jobs, and Community Cohesion (as Co-Chair)

Cabinet Member for Children, Schools, and Families

Cllr da Costa

 

Reasons for decision

 

Establishing a Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee ensures that there is an overview of the Councillors statutory role as a corporate parent, assisting the Council to deliver its duties to children in care and young people leaving care.

 

These appointments allow the constituent Authorities to consider participation in the new corporate entity which will help maintain the principle of collaborative working which was a core objective of the LHC when a joint Committee. Also Cllr Bevan has been a member and chair of the LHC Joint Committee for many years and will be able to continue to provide the oversight and challenge, as a Board member, to the developing plans for the new corporate entity.

 

Appointments from Cabinet are required to the Community Safety Partnership to reflect statutory duties and enable high level, accountable, strategic, oversight of issues relating community safety.

 

Alternative options considered

 

The alternative option would be for the Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee to cease and this would mean that there is not a scheduled opportunity for members and officers to meet and discuss the wellbeing of children in care and to ensure that the Council is meeting its corporate parenting obligations. This Committee is different to the Children and Young People’s Scrutiny Panel  ...  view the full minutes text for item 11.

12.

Minutes of Other Bodies pdf icon PDF 426 KB

To note the minutes of the following:

 

Cabinet Member Signing

4 March 2022

7 March 2022 (9am, 10am, and 12pm)

8 March 2022

10 March 2022 (10am and 2pm)

18 March 2022 (10am, 10.30am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 4pm)

31 March 2022 (9.30am and 10am)

22 April 2022

3 May 2022

4 May 2022

11 May 2022

31 May 2022

 

Urgent Decisions

18 March 2022

31 March 2022

Additional documents:

Minutes:

RESOLVED

 

To note the minutes of other bodies.

13.

New Items of Urgent Business

As per item 3.

Minutes:

There were no new items of urgent business.

14.

Exclusion of the Press and Public

Note from the Democratic Services and Scrutiny Manager

 

Items 15-16 allow for consideration of exempt information in relation to items 6 and 10.

 

TO RESOLVE

 

That the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting as items 16-17 contain exempt information as defined under paragraphs 3 and 5, Part 1, Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972:

 

Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).

 

Information in respect of which a claim to legal professional privilege could be maintained in legal proceedings.

Minutes:

RESOLVED

 

That the press and public be excluded from the meeting for the consideration of agenda items 15-17 as they contained exempt information as defined in Section 100a of the Local Government Act 1972; Paragraph 3 – information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information; Paragraph 5 – information in respect of which a claim to legal professional privilege could be maintained in legal proceedings.

15.

Decision to Begin Rehousing of Stapleford North - EXEMPT

As per item 10.

 

Minutes:

As set out in the exempt minutes.

16.

EXEMPT - Minutes

To confirm and sign the exempt minutes of the meeting held on 8 March 2022as a correct record.

Minutes:

RESOLVED

 

To confirm and sign the exempt minutes of the meeting held on 8 March 2022 as a correct record.

17.

New Items of Exempt Urgent Business

As per item 3.

Minutes:

There were no new items of exempt urgent business.