Weekly Minutes:
Aberdeenshire Council-
Aberdeenshire reviewed performance across its property maintenance portfolio, covering repairs, minor works and landscape services. The update focused on service quality, cost control and transparency in asset upkeep, ensuring council buildings and facilities continue to meet operational needs and maintenance standards.
Arun District Council-
Arun Council progressed town centre lighting upgrades and housing roof refurbishment schemes. The works strengthen safety, durability and appearance while addressing insulation, fire-stopping and long-term maintenance needs across residential buildings and public spaces.
Babergh District Council-
Babergh continued efforts to improve housing standards through insulation upgrades and replacement window and door programmes. The works address Decent Homes failures, improve EPC performance and enhance comfort, helping residents benefit from warmer, more energy-efficient council homes.
Barking and Dagenham London Borough-
The council secured continuity of lift servicing across its housing stock, ensuring safe and reliable access for residents. The approach supports building safety compliance, accessibility and uninterrupted essential services while longer-term housing maintenance planning continues.
Barnet London Borough-
Barnet approved short-term extensions to building services maintenance arrangements to maintain service continuity. The decision supports ongoing repairs and mechanical and electrical works across council assets, protecting building conditions while future service delivery options are reviewed.
Brentwood Borough Council-
Brentwood progressed fire door inspections and associated remedial works across council housing. Alongside continued responsive repairs, the initiative strengthens fire safety compliance and supports well-maintained homes, improving resident safety and confidence in housing management.
Bristol City Council-
Bristol approved home adaptations to support wheelchair access, using modern construction methods to minimise disruption. The council also set direction for future soft facilities management services, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive housing and efficient, resident-focused service delivery.
Cardiff Council-
Cardiff advanced housing adaptations and refurbishment projects to improve accommodation for residents with complex needs. The programme focuses on accessibility, safety and faster delivery, supporting inclusive housing provision and better-quality living environments across the council’s stock.
Castle Point Borough Council-
Castle Point ensured continuity of housing repairs and maintenance services through interim arrangements. The decision protects tenant safety, compliance and service stability while longer-term housing maintenance solutions are developed and implemented.
Cheltenham Borough Council-
Cheltenham continued its housing retrofit programme, delivering energy efficiency upgrades across council homes. The works improve insulation, reduce energy bills and support EPC targets, contributing to Decent Homes compliance and the council’s wider net-zero ambitions.
Denbighshire County Council-
Denbighshire progressed plans for a major school refurbishment, focusing on modernisation, safety and long-term sustainability. The scheme reflects broader public-sector refurbishment trends aimed at improving building condition and future-proofing key community assets.
Ealing Council-
Ealing strengthened housing safety and compliance through asbestos inspections and remedial works, alongside renewed investment in mechanical and electrical systems. The programme improves reliability, reduces risk and supports long-term performance of residential buildings.
Enfield London Borough-
Enfield advanced major housing programmes covering fire safety works, bathroom replacements and ongoing repairs. These initiatives improve safety, energy efficiency and decency standards, supporting residents while strengthening long-term asset management across council housing.
Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council-
Gateshead launched the first phase of electric vehicle infrastructure across council land. The programme supports decarbonisation, sustainable travel and future-ready neighbourhoods, complementing housing estates and wider public asset strategies.
Greenwich London Borough-
Greenwich progressed cladding remediation support for high-rise housing, underpinning major fire safety investment. The work strengthens compliance, protects residents and supports safe refurbishment planning across complex residential buildings.
Hackney London Borough-
Hackney approved a wide-ranging programme covering housing repairs, boiler plant upgrades, estate security and leisure and park refurbishments. Together, the initiatives improve safety, energy efficiency and community facilities while supporting long-term housing and asset renewal.
Harlow District Council-
Harlow approved roofing refurbishment works to protect a key public building. The investment addresses deterioration, supports long-term maintenance and reflects wider council priorities around planned refurbishment and asset protection.
Havering London Borough-
Havering advanced preparations for borough-wide food waste collections, supporting cleaner estates and improved waste management. The initiative complements housing environments by promoting sustainability, environmental health and better public realm services.
Hull City Council-
Hull progressed Solar PV installations and renewed boiler maintenance arrangements across council assets. The combined measures cut carbon emissions, improve energy resilience and ensure reliable heating for residents, supporting climate and housing sustainability goals.
Islington London Borough-
Islington strengthened its response to housing disrepair through additional repair capacity. The approach improves delivery of court-directed works, supports compliance and ensures residents experience quicker resolutions to serious housing issues.
Lancaster City Council-
Lancaster approved plans to modernise and maintain lift systems across council buildings. The programme improves safety, reliability and accessibility, supporting residents and visitors while extending the lifespan of essential building infrastructure.
Mansfield District Council-
Mansfield District Council is delivering targeted housing adaptations, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, door widening and a bathroom extension to meet complex needs. Replacement vinyl flooring at sheltered housing improves safety, reduces trip hazards and supports accessible, well-maintained homes for vulnerable residents.
Milton Keynes Borough Council-
Milton Keynes extended cleaning services across its property portfolio, ensuring consistent standards and service continuity. The decision supports safe, well-maintained environments across council buildings linked to housing and frontline services.
North Yorkshire Council-
North Yorkshire advanced electrical safety and Disabled Facilities Grant programmes across housing and public buildings. The initiatives improve compliance, accessibility and resident safety through regular inspections, upgrades and supported independent living solutions.
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council-
The council progressed multiple housing maintenance programmes covering heating, electrical safety, structural repairs and adaptations. Together, these works improve housing quality, ensure compliance and support safe, well-maintained homes across the borough.
Pembrokeshire County Council-
Pembrokeshire approved a framework for electrical safety inspections across domestic properties. The programme strengthens compliance, supports proactive maintenance and improves safety standards within the council’s housing stock.
Renfrewshire Council-
Renfrewshire Council is progressing a coordinated programme covering public realm improvements, modular library provision, housing maintenance and refurbishment, and scaffolding support services. Together, these initiatives strengthen asset management, enable planned refurbishment of tenanted properties, enhance community spaces, and ensure safe, efficient delivery of ongoing maintenance works across the council estate.
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council-
Rotherham extended housing repairs and maintenance services following strong performance and tenant feedback. Alongside electrical upgrades to residential blocks, the council continues to improve safety, energy efficiency and housing conditions.
South Kesteven District Council-
South Kesteven extended asbestos removal arrangements to maintain compliance across council housing. The decision ensures continued resident safety while allowing time to plan future procurement and long-term risk management.
Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council-
Tameside approved funding for boiler replacement works, improving heating safety and reliability. The investment supports wider public estate maintenance priorities and planned replacement of ageing mechanical systems.
Warrington Borough Council-
Warrington progressed decarbonisation works at a community facility, improving energy performance and reducing emissions. The scheme supports low-carbon refurbishment goals and more efficient public buildings.
Wealden District Council-
Wealden approved Solar PV installation at a leisure facility, supporting decarbonisation and lower energy costs. The project contributes to greener public assets and long-term sustainability objectives.
Wirral Council-
Wirral advanced plans for electrical maintenance and EICR testing across council assets. The programme strengthens safety, compliance and responsive maintenance, supporting well-managed housing and public buildings.
Woking Borough Council-
Woking progressed refurbishment plans for a large residential estate, addressing post-cladding remediation and essential upgrades. The programme improves safety, building performance and living conditions for residents.
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