Agenda and decisions

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.

To receive any apologies for absence.

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 25 below. New items of exempt business will be dealt with at Item 31 below).

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.

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 x: 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.

To confirm and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 15 July 2025 as a correct record.

To consider any requests received in accordance with Standing Orders.

For Cabinet to note (if any).

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Finance and Corporate Services.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST FOR ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Noted the forecast total revenue outturn variance for the General Fund of £34.1m comprising £24.9m base budget pressures and £9.2m non delivery of savings delivery.
   
   
2. Approved the revenue budget virements and receipt of grants.
   
   
3. Noted the net DSG forecast of £3.0m overspend.
   
   
4. Noted the net Housing Revenue Account (HRA) forecast overspend is £600,000.
   
   
5. Noted the forecast General Fund and HRA Capital expenditure of £484.8m, which equates to 92% of the total 2025/26 quarter one revised budget position.
   
   
6. Approved the proposed budget adjustments and virements to the capital programme.
   
   
7. Noted the debt write-offs approved in Quarter 1 2025/26 which have been approved by the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources under delegated authority, or for those above £50,000, by the Cabinet Member for Finance as set out in the Constitution.
   
   
8. Noted the Finance Response and Recovery Plans and progress against actions as at Quarter 1.
   
   
9. Noted the Council’s response to the Government’s consultation on Fair Funding Review 2.0 which was submitted by the set deadline.

Reason for Decision

A strong financial management framework, including oversight by Members and senior management is an essential part of delivering the council’s priorities as set out in the Corporate Delivery Plan and to meet its statutory duties. This is made more critically important than ever because of the uncertainties surrounding the Council’s uncertain and challenging financial position, which is impacted by Government funding, high demand for services, particularly for the most vulnerable and the wider economic outlook and the ongoing reliance on Exceptional Financial Support.

Alternative Options Considered

The report of the management of the Council’s financial resources is a key part of the role of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (Section 151 Officer) in helping members to exercise their role and no other options have therefore been considered. The remainder of this report and the accompanying appendices sets out the position in more detail,

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources. To be presented by the Leader of the Council.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Noted the high-level progress made against the delivery of the commitments as set out in the Corporate Delivery Plan 2024-2026 as at the end of June 2025 (Quarter 1 reporting period 2025/26).
   
   
2. Noted the launch of the Local Government Outcomes Framework (LGOF) consultation, MHCLG’s new approach to outcome-based accountability, and a key counterpart to reforms to simplify and consolidate local government funding streams.
   
   
3. Agreed that there will be no further reporting against the Enterprise Hub and the Power Purchase Agreement for the Corporate Estate as work has been paused or stopped in respect of these items.

Reasons for decision

Not applicable – regular reporting

Alternative options considered

Not reporting: This would not allow us to track progress against outcomes that the council has committed to in our Corporate Delivery Plan as outlined in section 11 and the appendices attached to this report.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the commencement of procurement exercise in accordance with Contract Standing Order (CSO) 2.01 b), for the new build development of 16 Council Homes at 505-511 Archway Road, for an anticipated total contract and client contingency set out in the exempt Appendix 2 of this report.
   
   
2. Delegated the appropriate route to market to the Chief Procurement Officer in compliance with the Councils’ CSO’s.

Reasons for decisions

The site known as 505-511 Archway Road, was approved by Cabinet in January 2021 to be included in the Council’s Housing Delivery programme. A planning application outlining proposals for the redevelopment of the site was submitted on 02 May 2025. (planning reference: HGY/2025/1220).  The scheme is scheduled to be considered for approval at Planning Committee in Autumn 2025.

Financial appraisals supported by the independent cost consultant demonstrate that the scheme is viable and value for money can be achieved via the procurement route detailed in Section 6.3 of this report.

The site proposal will provide 16 much-needed affordable homes on Council-owned land, including M4(3) wheelchair homes and family homes, with associated refuse stores, cycle stores, service space, amenity space and landscaping. These 16 homes will contribute to our aspiration to build 3000 Council homes by 2031.

The Council’s Contract Standing Order item 2.01.b) requires Cabinet approval to commence a procurement exercise for proposed contracts valued £500k or above.

Alternative options considered

We could choose not to proceed to a competitive tender and develop this site for housing purposes. However, this option was rejected as it does not support the Council’s commitment to deliver a new generation of Council homes, with associated public realm improvements.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the draft Tenants and Leaseholders Engagement Strategy for Council tenants and leaseholders to come into effect from October 2025.

Reasons for decision

This strategy replaces the previous version adopted by Cabinet in December 2022, following the insourcing of Homes for Haringey into the Council.

It builds on that foundation and reflects the Council’s updated approach to tenant and leaseholder engagement.

Alternative options considered

Having a clear engagement strategy with objectives is a requirement of the Social Housing Regulator.

Not having a strategy is not a viable option. Therefore, no alternative options are available.

Report of the Corporate Director of Culture, Strategy and Communities. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Resident Services & Tackling Inequality.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted the contents of this report and the appendices.

Reasons for Decision

In alignment with the statutory requirements set out by the Housing Ombudsman’s Complaint Handling Code, it is essential that the governing body maintains oversight of complaint performance. Presenting this report to Cabinet ensures transparency, accountability, and strategic governance in relation to our complaint handling processes. It enables Cabinet to assess organisational responsiveness, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that service delivery remains resident-focused and compliant with regulatory expectations.

Report of the Corporate Director of Environment and Resident Experience. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader).

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved for public consultation, in accordance with Regulation 18 of the Town and Country Planning Regulations (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2012, the Draft Local Plan consultation document attached as Appendix B to this report.
   
   
2. Delegated authority to the Director of Planning & Building Standards to agree the final version of the Draft Local Plan consultation document, and other supporting material to be produced for consultation including the Integrated Impact Assessment (IIA) in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning to the extent that any changes to the versions approved by Cabinet are not material changes and which could include changes to the text, layout and design of the Draft Local Plan consultation document and supporting documents and changes needed to clarify information or correct errors in the same.
   
   
3. Considered all feedback received in respect of the New Local Plan First Steps Engagement consultation set out in Appendix A to this report.
   
   

Reasons for decision

A Local Plan is required to provide a robust planning framework for future development and land use in the borough that takes account of the National Planning Policy Framework and the London Plan, secures mitigation and adaption to climate change, and meets legal and policy requirements for the Council to have an up-to-date plan including a 5 Year Housing Land Supply. The Draft Local Plan Regulation 18 consultation document will provide the opportunity for residents, businesses and other local stakeholders to shape the policies, site allocations and strategy for meeting growth and need in the borough in the New Local Plan.

Alternative options considered

The alternative options considered are:

Do nothing / rely on the existing Local Plan (adopted 2017):

·       This option was rejected as the current Local Plan does not reflect the Council’s current strategic priorities and does not reflect changes in national and regional policy, including the National Planning Policy Framework 2024 and the London Plan 2021. Continuing to rely on the existing plan would risk planning decisions being challenged and reduce the Council’s ability to shape sustainable and inclusive growth.

Delay consultation until further national or regional policy changes are finalised:

·       While there is ongoing evolution in planning policy at the national and London-wide levels, delaying consultation would risk missing key milestones in the Council’s adopted Local Development Scheme March 2025 and could result in the Council not having an up-to-date Local Plan in place by 2027. This would undermine the Council’s ability to demonstrate a 5-Year Housing Land Supply and meet statutory requirements. Officers will work to ensure when preparing the plan that regard is had to future changes to national and London policy.

Undertake a partial review of the Local Plan rather than a full review:

·       A partial review was considered but discounted. A comprehensive New Local Plan is necessary to ensure full alignment with the Council’s updated vision and strategic ambitions and to provide a coherent and integrated planning framework. A partial review would not adequately address the  ...  view the full decision text for item 14.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the acquisition of the freehold interest in the property for housing purposes, for the purchase price as set out in the Part B (Exempt) report and based on the draft Heads of Terms contained in the Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
2. Approved the total scheme cost for the acquisition as contained in the Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
3. Noted grant funding from the Greater London Authority (GLA) will be used to part fund the acquisition alongside funding from the General Fund under an approved allocation for acquisitions through the CHAP programme. The amount of grant funding is contained in the Part B (Exempt) report. 
   
   
4. Approved that lets are made in accordance with the grant funding conditions and that the Neighbourhood Moves Scheme will thus not apply to these homes.
   
   
5. Pursuant to the approval of Recommendation 1, approved a leaseback of the two commercial units on terms to be agreed delegated under Recommendation 5. 
   
   
6. Granted delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources following consultation with the Head of Legal and Lead Member for Housing to finalise the Heads of Terms, agree the purchase price following receipt of a valuation, agree Heads of Terms for the leaseback of the commercial units, finalise legal documentation and complete the transactions.

Reasons for decision

The acquisition will result in the addition of 32 new Council homes thereby assisting the Council to house households in need of good quality housing.

The proposed Council homes are well located to enjoy the amenities of Lordship Lane, Lordship Recreational Ground and Bruce Castle Park. 

Alternative options considered

Not to acquire the homes. This option was rejected because it would be a missed opportunity for the Council to:

Secure 32 new Council homes.

Assist in maintaining momentum and progress in the overall aspiration to provide affordable housing in the borough.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the acquisition for housing purposes, of 76 residential units at 313 The Roundway and 8-12 Church Lane, London, N17 7AB for the purchase price as set out in the Part B (Exempt) report and based on the draft Heads of Terms contained in the Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
2. Noted the allocation of the purchase price between CWPH Limited (the Investor) and the Developer. The respective allocations are contained in the Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
3. Approved the payment to Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) as contained in the Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
4. Approved the total scheme cost for the acquisition as contained in the Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
5. Noted that grant funding from the Greater London Authority (GLA) will be used to part fund the acquisition. In the event GLA funding is not available, Cabinet approval is sought for the use of right to buy (RTB) receipts. The amount of grant funding is contained in the Exempt Part B (Exempt) report.
   
   
6. Pursuant to Recommendation 5, where RTB funding is used, approved the grant of leases of these homes for a term not exceeding 7 years to the Haringey Community Benefit Society (HCBS) who, in turn, will let these homes at Local Housing Allowance (LHA). 
   
   
7. Where Grant Funding is obtained, approved the lets are made in accordance with the conditions of that funding and that the Neighbourhood Moves Scheme will thus not apply to these homes.
   
   
8. Pursuant to the approval of Recommendation 1, approved a leaseback of the two commercial units on terms to be agreed delegated under Recommendation 8.
   
   
9. Granted delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources following consultation with the Head of Legal and Lead Member for Housing to finalise the Heads of Terms, agree the purchase price following receipt of a valuation, agree Heads of Terms for the leaseback of the commercial units, finalise legal documentation and complete the transactions.

Reasons for decision.

The acquisition of these properties will result in 76 additional new Council homes thereby assisting the Council to house households in need of good quality housing.

The proposed Council homes are well located to enjoy the amenities of Lordship Lane, Bruce Castle and Lordship Recreation Ground.

All the homes will be completed to a market specification.

Alternative options considered.

Not to acquire the homes. This option was rejected because it would be a missed opportunity for the Council to:

Secure 76 new Council homes.

Assist in maintaining momentum and progress in the overall aspiration to provide affordable housing in the borough.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Finance & Corporate Services

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the Business Continuity Policy.

Reasons for decision

The Civil Contingencies Act 2004 places a statutory duty on the council to have business continuity plans in place to be able to maintain its essential functions in an emergency.

These duties are reflected in the Resilience Standards for London, in which all London boroughs report on the adequacy of their emergency planning and resilience arrangements.  Business Continuity Management is a key pillar of these standards.

Having a clear policy is a requirement under the relevant international standard IS022301 Business Continuity Management and therefore represents good practice. 

The policy sets a clear framework for how the council will carry out its statutory duties in preparing business continuity plans, and assuring that they are fit for purpose.  It therefore provides assurance for our residents that the council is making suitable arrangements to maintain its essential services during an emergency.

This completes an action in the Business Continuity Management Improvement Plan developed from the Business Continuity Audit in 2023.

This is a key decision as although it is not likely to result in the local authority incurring expenditure, it introduces a policy that affects all wards and all council services.

Alternative options considered

Do Nothing.   This is not recommended.  Without this policy the Council will not meet a key requirement of the Mazars audit and subsequent BC Improvement Plan. There will also be a lack of clarity around both the corporate and service level Business Continuity plans in terms of requirements, processes, roles, responsibilities, governance and assurance of the programme.

It would also negatively affect the level of assurance the Council would report via the Resilience Standards for London.  This is the assurance framework administered by London Councils, by which London local authorities provide assurance on their readiness to deal with major emergencies.

Without the policy, it may be less easy to maintain effective business continuity plans and arrangements. If the council subsequently suffered from a prolonged, difficult business continuity incident, the lack of an up-to-date policy would leave the council exposed to severe adverse criticism.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved, pursuant to Council’s Contract Standing order (CSO) 8.01 (use of Council Dynamic Purchasing system), CSO 2.01.1C ( Cabinet approve awards of Contract valued at £500,000 or more) the award of a contract for the provision of Electrical Security Assets Management to Tenderer A (Identified in Part B exempt Part of this report), across the Council’s housing stock, for a duration of five years plus two optional one-year extensions (5 + 1 + 1) at an aggregated value of £8.6 million starting from September 2025 (5-year contract term valued at £6,147,068).

Reasons for decision

This procurement is a strategic priority for the Council. It ensures the continued maintenance and modernisation of existing door entry and access control systems across our housing stock. The contract will also mitigate immediate infrastructure risks posed by the national withdrawal of 3G services, which currently support many of these systems. In addition, it includes the ongoing servicing and maintenance of the IRS and CCTV infrastructure.

Future-Proofing Access Control Infrastructure is essential given that many of the council’s current systems rely on 3G-enabled SIMs, which will become obsolete with the planned disconnection of 3G networks. This contract will enable the transition to cloud-based access control systems using modern 5G-compatible technology. The appointed contractor will deliver the required upgrades to ensure continued functionality and improved digital security across multiple housing sites.

Preventing Service Failures and Resident Impact is a key outcome of this award as failure to act now will lead to widespread system outages, with potential security breaches and disruptions to residents’ access. Approval of this contract will mitigate risks to tenant safety, reduce complaints, and uphold the council’s statutory housing responsibilities.

Delivering Value Through Proactive Investment will result from awarding this contract which represents a proactive approach that avoids high-cost emergency interventions. It enables planned implementation and long-term cost savings. Additionally, the new solution offers scalability, remote management capabilities, and alignment with national digital infrastructure standards.

Alternative options considered

Do Nothing – This is not possible as the lack of a contractor coinciding with the disconnection of 3G networks would result in widespread failures across Haringey’s access control systems, leading to security risks, resident complaints, and costly emergency interventions. 

Carry out the work through in-house resources. This is not possible as our in-house teams do not have suitably trained and certified operatives. The timescales required to recruit and train operatives would result in the same outcome as set out in 5.1 above.

Use our existing contracts or contractors. This is not possible because current contracts have expired or reached extension limits. A new contract ensures compliance and value for money following a competitive tender process.

Report of the Corporate Director of Children's Services (Statutory DCS). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Children, Schools & Families

DECLARATIONS OF ITEREST MADE FOR ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the implementation of Haringey’s Education Strategy 2025–2028, which applies to all children and young people aged 0–19 in the borough, with effect from September 2025.
   
   
2. Noted the following supporting materials:
   
   
   1. Details of the planned media and communications campaign at Appendix 3 to promote the Strategy, aligned with its official launch at the start of the 2025/26 academic year.

Reasons for decision

Context and rationale

The Education Strategy 2025–2028, presented at Appendix 1, sets out Haringey’s strategic vision for education across eight key priority areas. It is intended to be read alongside the Haringey SEND strategy 2022-2025 and the Early Years Strategy ensuring alignment across all stages of a child’s educational journey.

The Strategy is underpinned by the values and ambitions of the Haringey Deal, placing children and young people at the centre of its vision. It aims to deliver inclusive and equitable outcomes for all, through strong partnerships with educational settings, families, and community stakeholders.

A key focus of the Strategy is addressing persistent educational inequalities. It acknowledges the need to improve outcomes for groups such as Black Caribbean pupils—who are also disproportionately represented in suspensions and exclusions—and Turkish/Kurdish pupils, who face early educational challenges but make strong progress at secondary level. These insights are informed by robust data analysis, including suspension and exclusion trends, which guide targeted interventions and resource allocation.

The Strategy also embraces innovation, recognising the growing role of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in education. It calls for the development of a borough-wide digital strategy to support learning across school, home, and community settings. Drawing on evidence from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) and other research, the Strategy highlights how AI and digital tools—when used effectively—can enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

There is an unequivocal focus on inclusion in the strategy. We want to ensure that every child and young person in the borough has the opportunity to engage positively with their education and secure the qualifications they need to transition successfully to adult life.

The Strategy further recognises the financial pressures facing schools and the importance of schools working to form partnerships and secure sustainability through joint working.

In light of the above, Cabinet is recommended to approve the implementation and launch of the Education Strategy 2025–2028. The Strategy positions education as a transformative force—central to safeguarding, reducing inequality, improving health outcomes, and expanding life opportunities. It promotes a continuous, supportive educational journey from birth to adulthood.

The Strategy will be launched in September 2025 through a borough-wide media and communications campaign. This will serve not only to celebrate the achievements of Haringey’s education community but also to reaffirm the Council’s commitment to sustaining and enhancing educational excellence, school estate resilience, and the overall wellbeing—physical, emotional, and mental—of its children and young people.

Alternative options considered

At the time of drafting this report, no alternative options to the proposed Haringey Education Strategy—comprising eight key priorities—have been considered. These priorities were identified  ...  view the full decision text for item 19.

Report of the Corporate Director of Children's Services (Statutory DCS). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Children, Schools & Families

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Agreed for additional budget to be secured to fund running costs for the building from April 2026 – March 2028 equating to the sum set out in the Exempt Part B report to allow Rising Green Youth Hub to continue to operate from the current location.
   
   
2. Noted the content of the report.

Reasons for Decisions:

Rising Green Youth Hub located in Wood Green opened in August 2022. Capital works and three years of running costs until March 2025 were funded predominantly from Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy funding (SCIL) alongside Neighbourhood CIL. A budget for dilapidation costs was not factored in as part of the development of Rising Green Youth Hub.

The costs of youth staffing have been met through use of the payments by results funding achieved through the Supporting Families Programme (SFP) which is due to end in March 2026. There will be no further funding available from this point.

Following CIL funding ending in March 2025, officers have been able to utilise funding from the Family Hubs Programme and SFP grant reserves within the service to fund the sum set out in the Exempt Part B of this report.

From April 2026, there will be no further funding available for both staffing and running costs for Rising Green Youth Hub. An organisational review of Early Help services (Children Centres, Youth Service and Family Support) will be completed over this year to achieve MTFS savings of £505k by the 1 April 2026. This will involve restructuring services to provide a reduced ‘Early Help Offer’ incorporating the lost revenue for staffing at Rising Green Youth Hub.

Alternative options considered

The options for Rising Green Youth Hub are:

agree for growth funding to fund running costs for the building from April 2026 – March 2028 equating to the sum set out in the Exempt Part B report and seek to enter a new lease with the Superior Leaseholder of the premises, from the expiry of the existing lease in May 2026 to March 2028, to allow Rising Green Youth Hub [RGYH] to remain in the premises. This is the preferred option as there is no viable alternative service provision at this stage, however the ongoing lease costs are unbudgeted and therefore will require savings to be made from other services across the Council.

agree for recurring growth funding from March 2026 to fund running costs for Hub to operate from new premises from lease expiry in May 2026. This will enable the youth hub to relocate elsewhere within Wood Green beyond May 2028. 

close Rising Green Youth Hub by May 2026.

Officers explored whether further funding could be provided from CIL. However, the corporate approach, including from Finance, is to focus CIL allocation on projects within the current capital programme which means.

a)    CIL allocations should help reduce capital borrowing costs to the council,

b)    CIL allocations are generally on capital projects and not on revenue as they are not  ...  view the full decision text for item 20.

Report of the Corporate Director of Environment and Resident Experience. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Environment & Transport

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Approved the Council undertaking a formal procurement exercise for the provision of dockless e-bike hire services, with the purpose of appointing operator(s) to officially operate these services in the borough.
   
   
2. Noted that following the completion of the procurement process to appoint up to two service providers in the borough, the contract award decision would be returned to cabinet for approval.

Reasons for decision

The purpose of the procurement exercise is to secure new and improved agreements with appointed operator(s), to govern the operation of these services.

A key objective of this approach is to achieve warranted levels of revenue generation from these services. This will support Council staffing and resourcing costs – for the on-going management of these services – and will provide sufficient recompense for the re-allocation of kerbside and carriageway space – to provide dedicated parking locations for these services.

In accordance with the Council’s Contract Standing Orders, the awarding of contracts – anticipated to be valued in excess of £500,000 – must be subject to a competitive tendering process, as they are above threshold.

To carry out a procurement exercise would ensure there is competition between prospective bidders, assuring openness and provide opportunities for any operator in the market to bid on this opportunity.

Since dockless e-bike hire services began formally operating in Haringey as part of an initial pilot/trial scheme, dockless e-bikes have become an established mode of transport in the borough, with substantial user and journey figures, which have continued to increase over time. New arrangements would allow the Council to support the provision of these services, which is in accordance with broader transport and active travel policies.

Alternative options considered

The Council attempting to negotiate new agreements with dockless e-bike hire service operators.

The Council could attempt to negotiate new agreements with either the incumbent operators, or new operators. However, this would not provide an open opportunity for other operators in the market to bid to operate these services, while this may hinder the ability for these agreements to deliver the desired outcomes for the Council. Nevertheless, due to the anticipated value of contracts, this option may be prohibited.

The Council not entering into agreements with dockless e-bike hire service operators / do nothing

If the Council were to not enter into agreements with operators, it is likely that these services would still be in operation, but without any form of management or governance from the Council. This absence of agreement may result in a poor overall service, with no input or accountability from the Council to maximise benefits (including revenue generation) and mitigate issues, with the potential for reputational damage to the Council.

Report of the Corporate Director of Environment and Resident Experience. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR ITEM:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1       Approved the commencement of a tendering process/processes for a contractor (or contractors) to design and build 5 play areas.

2       Approved the delegation of the award of the contract or contracts to the Corporate Director of Environment & Resident Experience in consultation with the Lead Member for Culture & Leisure to the maximum value of £1,150,625.

Reasons for decision

Seven playgrounds within the wider Tottenham area are in urgent need of upgrade and enhancements.

This project addresses both the health and safety of the existing end of life play equipment and safety surfacing at the same time as providing high quality and accessible playgrounds for our youngest residents for years to come.

The proposed works are in line with the adopted Parks and Greenspaces Strategy 2023-2038 and will contribute to the goal of ensuring all new play areas are fully accessible.

The community have been engaged in line with the Haringey Deal to ensure their views are able to shape and inform the final designs for each new play scheme.

Due to the tight timescales involved in this project to design and build on site of the new play areas by the end of March 2026, and the likelihood that any one play contractor may not be able to commit to all five play areas in this procurement by the deadline, following discussions with the Strategic Procurement Team it has been agreed that the final outcome could be one or more contractors win contracts/lots. NB: ‘Approval to Procure’ was formally granted on 14/02/25 (A2P80-DPS).

Alternative options considered

Creation of a new play framework contract for this project that would then remain for future play area improvement schemes in parks was rejected as it was not possible to establish a new framework and deliver the projects within the time available.

Tendering all 8 schemes via one procurement exercise was rejected because the Playzone scheme at Belmont Recreation Ground must be delivered through the Football Foundation framework as part of its grant conditions. In addition, two smaller schemes could be delivered separately due to their lower value and the fact that this would help achieve the March 2026 deadline.

To note the minutes of the following:

Cabinet Member Signing

• 3 Jul 2025 - Acceptance of UKSPF Grant report
• 7 Jul 2025 - Temporary Accommodation Rent Setting Policy
• 7 Jul 2025 - Appointment of Contractor to undertake construction works to complete the schemes known as Topham Square Car Park, N17 7HL
• 8 Jul 2025 - Redwing / Supported Housing Pathway / Moving Forward Contract
• 14 Jul 2025 - Determination of the statutory notice for St Peter's and St Gildas' Infant and Junior Catholic Schools
• 24 Jul 2025 - Third Party Technical Audit & Support
• 30 Jul 2025 -  Park View Secondary School Temporary Accommodation - Variation of Hire Contract
• 7 Aug 2025 - Borough Wide External & Communal Measured Term Contract (2025-2027)
• 7 Aug 2025 - Disrepair Contract
• 13 Aug 2025 -  Approval of an amendment to the Opportunity Haringey Workspace Fund/Contract Variation for UK Power Networks (UKPN) to carry out essential electrical works on the Broadwater Farm Estate
• 18 Aug 2025 - Legal Agreement between Haringey Council and St Mary's Infant School
• 18 Aug 2025 - Fireman's Flats (Council Housing Improvement) Works

To note the delegated decisions taken by Directors.

As per item 3

Note from the Committees Manager

Items 27,28,29,30, 31 allow for consideration of exempt information in relation to items 11, 15, 16. 18, 20.

TO RESOLVE

That the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting as items 27,28,29,30,31  contain exempt information as defined under paragraph 3, 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).

As per item 3.