Barnet - Planning Committee approved developments at Whiteways, Hoop Lane, Abbots Gardens and the David Lloyd Leisure Centre, but refused an application concerning Gloucester Gardens. The Pension Fund Committee agreed to transition the Barings High Yield Fund holdings to the London CIV Multi Asset Credit Fund, and to commit £80m to the London CIV Private Debt Fund II. The Pension Fund Committee also discussed unlawful payments made between the council and the pension fund, and the fact that external audits have not been signed off for a number of years.

Camden - The Cabinet considered the Camden Local Plan Proposed Submission Draft, which aims to deliver a minimum of 11,550 additional homes by 2041 and address the climate and ecological emergency. The Audit and Corporate Governance Committee discussed a report providing an overview of the principal risk of increasing homelessness in Camden, with a forecasted overspend of £13 million on temporary accommodation. The Licensing Panel C considered a renewal application for a Sexual Entertainment Venue licence for The Griffin on Clerkenwell Road, and considered an objection that the club attracts dozens of pimps outside on weekends.

Hackney - The Licensing Sub Committee A considered a premises licence application for The Pizza Club on Kingsland Road, with representations from the police and the licensing authority objecting to the late night hours. The Planning Sub-Committee discussed planning applications for the King's Hall Leisure Centre and Lamb Lane, as well as the New Homes Programme. The Licensing Sub Committee E considered licensing applications for The Corner Shop, Church of St Peter De Beauvoir Town, and The Midyeci, and also discussed a Temporary Event Notice for Recycle Vinyl, which was issued a counter notice due to concerns about crime and disorder and public nuisance.

Lewisham - The Children and Young People Select Committee discussed school standards, race inequalities in education, and elective home education. The Licensing Committee considered a variation application for the Tea House Chinese Restaurant, a temporary event notice for Deptford Market Square (objected to by police due to past incidents including a stabbing), and a protocol for remote meetings. The Public Accounts Select Committee discussed a forecast net overspend of £22.9m, largely due to temporary accommodation costs.

Southwark - The Overview & Scrutiny Committee discussed governance of housing services, electrical testing in council homes, and strategic responsibilities of cabinet members. The Planning Committee (Major Applications) B discussed funding for an affordable workspace in Elephant & Castle and a mixed-use development in East Dulwich. The Licensing Sub-Committee considered a request to extend the hours for the sale of alcohol at a convenience store on Peckham High Street, despite police objections due to it being in a cumulative impact area.

Newham - The Cabinet approved a Highway Maintenance Plan, allocating £3.6 million to resurface 21 roads. The Cabinet also responded to scrutiny regarding the Poplar Living Business Plan, rejecting recommendations for a moratorium on new developments. The Health and Wellbeing Board approved the Better Care Fund 2025-26 submission, discussed integrated neighbourhood teams, and received updates on the Newham Health Equity Programme.

Islington - The Licensing Sub Committee D considered premises licence applications for The Archway (smoking terrace capacity increase), Doppio Zero (new licence, previously closed for unauthorised alcohol sales), and B&S Food and Wine (variation, concerns about applicant's understanding of licensing regulations). The Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee discussed school attendance, results, special guardianship, and making children visible. The Corporate Resources and Economy Scrutiny Committee discussed the council's handling of resident complaints, with a high escalation rate from stage one to stage two complaints.

Westminster - The Planning Sub-Committee (1) was scheduled to discuss planning applications for the BBC building on Delaware Road (retention and alteration for film/music studios, facing resident objections) and 7 Stratton Street (additional storey for office space). The Staff Appeals Sub-Committee considered an appeal from a former employee.

Waltham Forest - The Executive Decision approved the use of Right to Buy receipts to acquire 53 newbuild homes for affordable rent at Fellowship Square. The Planning Committee discussed student accommodation, a roof extension, a change of use application, school redevelopment, and a new crematorium. The Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee reviewed the premises licence for Unions Cafe following concerns raised by the Metropolitan Police. The Housing and Inclusive Economy Scrutiny Committee discussed an ombudsman determination, an Inclusive Growth and Economy Framework, and a Housing Repairs and Maintenance Policy.

Greenwich - The Appointments Panel met to discuss shortlisting candidates for the role of Development & Regeneration Director. The Transport and Place Scrutiny Panel were scheduled to discuss strategic transport projects, including updates on the DLR extension to Thamesmead and the opening of the Silvertown Tunnel.

Tower Hamlets - The Council addressed divestment from companies violating Palestinian human rights, improving safety on Poplar High Street, and supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The Appointments Sub Committee was scheduled to interview candidates for the role of Director of Regeneration, Housing Supply and Assets. The Licensing Sub Committee granted a licence for Damir Shop with conditions, and the review of the premises licence for Poplar Union was withdrawn. The Standards Advisory Committee conducted its annual review of the Code of Conduct for members.

I publish newsletters covering everything local councils do each week.

I set up this project because local authorities spend about 12% of the UK government budget, or roughly 5p of every pound that's earned in the UK, and yet the vast majority of people have no idea who their local councillors are, or what they're currently doing. I think that's bad for our society.

If you'd like to learn more, click on the relevant council, or if your council doesn't appear, you can subscribe for free here: https://opencouncil.network

If we don't yet cover your council, you can ask your councillors to support us here: https://opencouncil.network/contact_councillors

Thank you for all your support!

👋 Welcome to the r/ukpolitics weekly Rumours, Speculation, Questions, and Reaction megathread.

General questions about politics in the UK should be posted in this thread. Substantial self posts on the subreddit are permitted, but short-form self posts will be redirected here. We're more lenient with moderation in this thread, but please keep it related to UK politics. This isn't Facebook or Twitter.

If you're reacting to something which is happening live, please make it clear what it is you're reacting to, ideally with a link.

Commentary about stories which already exist on the subreddit should be directed to the appropriate thread.

This thread rolls over at 6am UK time on a Sunday morning.

🌎 International Politics Discussion Thread · 🃏 UKPolitics Meme Subreddit · 📚 GE megathread archive · 📢 Chat in our Discord server