Agenda

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Update on Political Proportionality and Council Appointments.

Report to follow.

Statutory recommendation in accordance with Schedule 7 of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014.

Required Public Notice is attached  to the agenda

Report to follow

a)    Standards Committee

1.Councillor Andrea Hodgson to Councillor Mark Blake

What does the Leader of the Council see as the role of the local authority in relation to the current dispute between the NEU and Highgate Wood School?

2.Councillor Mike Hodges to Councillor  Erin Wolson

Can the Cabinet Member outline what   improvements the Council is taking to help residents stay safe and cool during periods of extreme heat, which is in addition to the current provision of paddling pools, water play facilities.

3.Councillor Sarah Williams to Councillor  Gio Iozzi

Given this minority administration's stated commitment to tree protection, could the Cabinet Member confirm the current position and future prospects for the Oakfield Road tree in Stroud Green.

4.Councillor Bethany Anderson to Councillor Gio Iozzi

Can the Cabinet Member provide an update on the Council's approach to reducing the use of glyphosate across the borough, including any progress made in trialling alternative methods of weed management and the challenges involved in moving towards lower-pesticide maintenance of our public spaces?

5.From Councillor Michael Brookes to Councillor Ata Berk Aksit

The Council owns a broad range of land and property assets, from corporate properties where staff provide services, to retail outlets, commercial units, and community spaces. These assets provide a valued source of income and social value to residents. However, they also incur significant running and maintenance costs.

 As a corporate landlord, the Council has a responsibility to manage these assets with the greatest level of care on behalf of taxpayers and for the benefit of all residents.

The Council in recent years undertook an extensive review of its land and property assets and approved a Land and Property Disposal Policy, which set out a robust and transparent governance process. This policy strengthened the approach already taken in the Strategic Asset Management and Property Improvement Plan (SAMPIP).

With this in mind, could this administration outline the purpose of its proposed Popular Assets Commission?

6.From Councillor Andrew Reid to Councillor Jo Kuper

The long-term waste contract with Veolia was agreed subject to the completion of a section 20 consultation by the previous administration in March, shortly before the change in political leadership. Can the Cabinet Member update the Council on the work within that contract to deliver the administration's priorities on waste reduction, recycling and environmental sustainability, including what opportunities exist to improve outcomes over its lifetime?

7.Councillor Eva Bell to Cllr Gio Iozzi

Can the Cabinet Member provide an update on the implementation of Haringey's Walking and Cycling Action Plan, including what progress has been made so far and what the key priorities will be over the next year to encourage more residents to choose active travel?

8.Cllr Ahmed to Cllr  Erin Wolson

The Liberal Democrat Group have long called for a change in the way Finsbury Park is managed by the council. At the election, the Green manifesto promised to “[renegotiate] or [end] bad deals with companies, from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to Finsbury Park” and to “strictly limit major commercial events in Finsbury Park”.  ...  view the full agenda text for item 13.

Motion A

Appointment of a Haringey Windrush Champion

Proposer: Cllr Andrew Reid

Seconder: Cllr Dan Johnson

This Council notes:

1.? ?People who arrived from Caribbean countries between 1948-1973   to help rebuild Britain, many of whom settled in Haringey and worked in the NHS, transport, and public services. The Windrush scandal saw hundreds of Commonwealth citizens wrongly denied healthcare, housing, jobs, and in some cases wrongly detained or deported due to lack of paperwork.

2.? ?While the scandal primarily impacted Black Caribbean communities, the Windrush Compensation Scheme is also open to other Commonwealth nationals and their children who arrived before 1973, and those with settled status before 1988. This includes residents of Black African, South Asian, and other Commonwealth backgrounds living in Tottenham, Seven Sisters, Wood Green and across the borough.

3.? ?Haringey is one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Census 2021 data shows approximately:
? Black / Black British: 17.3% of residents. Within this, Black Caribbean 5.9% and Black African 9.2%
? Asian / Asian British: 9.2%
? Other ethnic groups including Turkish, Kurdish, and Mixed: significant populations, particularly in North Tottenham.

This diversity means the impact of hostile environment policies has been felt across multiple communities in Haringey, even though Black Caribbean elders are the group most directly targeted.

4.? ?As of July 2024, 8,800 claims have been made nationally to the Windrush Compensation Scheme, with £94 million paid out. The Home Office estimated 15,000 may be eligible, meaning less than 20% have come forward. Campaigners report delays, complex forms, and distrust as barriers.

5. Bernie Grant MP, Haringey’s first Black MP, fought for Windrush residents’ rights. Broadwater Farm and other estates in Tottenham remain home to many Windrush elders and their families.

This Council believes:
1.? ?That Haringey has a duty to ensure no resident is denied their rights due to historical immigration failings.

2.? ?That many eligible residents in Haringey have not claimed compensation because they do not know the scheme exists, do not trust it, or cannot access support to apply.

3.? ?That a named councillor acting as a “Windrush Champion” will provide leadership, visibility, and accountability on this issue.

This Council Resolves:

To create the role of Windrush Champion and appoint an elected member to take on the role to:

- Act as a point of contact for residents, community organisations and stakeholders, affected by Windrush. 

- Increase awareness and uptake of the Compensation Scheme and Windrush Documentation Scheme, and available sources of advice and support in the borough. 

- Work alongside relevant cabinet members and Council officers to champion the interests of the Windrush generation

- Request the Home Office provide borough-level data on Haringey claims, and publish an annual Haringey Windrush Report on claims made, payments received, and support given.

- Make recommendations to the cabinet on how the council can improve awareness, accessibility and uptake of the compensation scheme.

Motion B

Council Tax Reduction Scheme

Proposed by Councillor Seema Chandwani

Seconded by Councillor Ibrahim Ali

This council notes: 

- The cost of living crisis remains  ...  view the full agenda text for item 14.