Agenda, decisions and draft minutes
Venue: The Council Chamber, 1st Floor, Town Hall, Mulberry Place, 5 Clove Crescent, London, E14 2BG
Contact: Tim Hogan, Democratic Services Tel: 020 7364 4850, E-mail: tim.hogan@towerhamlets.gov.uk
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE To receive any apologies for absence. Decision: Apologies for absence were received on behalf of Councillors Rajib Ahmed, Barrie Duffey, Khaled Khan, Fanu Miah, Nigel McCollum, Tim O’ Flaherty, and Helal Rahman.
DECISION
That the apologies for absence be noted.
Minutes: Apologies for absence were received on behalf of Councillors Khaled Khan, Fanu Miah, Helal Rahman, Nigel McCollum, Tim O’Flaherty, Barrie Duffey and Rajib Ahmed.
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST To note any declarations of interest made by Members, including those restricting Members from voting on the questions detailed in Section 106 of the Local Government Finance Act, 1992.
Decision: Please see Minutes Minutes: The following declarations of interest were made:
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MINUTES To confirm as a correct record of the proceedings the unrestricted minutes of the ordinary meeting of the Council held on 14th December 2005. Decision: DECISION
That the Minutes of the meeting of the Council held on Wednesday 14th December, 2005 be confirmed as correct record of the proceedings and the Mayor be authorised to sign them accordingly subject to the inclusion of Councillor Simon Rouse’s declaration that he had a personal interest in agenda item 10.2 – motion re Education White Paper, as a governor of a school in the Borough. Minutes: RESOLVED:
That, subject to the inclusion of Councillor Simon Rouse’s declaration that he had a personal interest in agenda item 10.2 – motion re Education White Paper, as a governor of a school in the Borough, the minutes of the meeting of the Council held on Wednesday 14th December, 2005 be confirmed as correct record of the proceedings and the Mayor be authorised to sign them accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Simon Rouse and Seconded by Councillor Oliur Rahman that the order of business be amended in accordance with Rule 14.1.3 of the Council Procedure Rules, so that the Review of the Constitution (Item 11.1) was brought forward and considered after Item 8.4.
After discussion the motion was put to the meeting and LOST
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ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE MAYOR, LEADER OF THE COUNCIL, MEMBERS OF THE CABINET OR THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE Decision: There were no announcements made under this heading. Minutes: None.
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Petition re transfer to Poplar Harca Decision: Ms Jackie Turner spoke to the petition which was on the subject of the transfer of the Devons Estate to Poplar HARCA
DECISION
That the petition be referred to the Director of Housing Management for response within 28 days.
( Action by Maureen McEleney – Director of Housing Management ) Minutes: Ms Jackie Turner presented a petition on the subject of the transfer of the Devons Estate to Poplar HARCA. The Lead Member for Housing responded and it was
RESOLVED:
That the petition be referred to the Director of Housing Management for response within 28 days.
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Deputation re the Council's Housing Choice Policies Mrs Carole Swords, on behalf of the deputation addressed the meeting on the subject of the Council’s Housing Policies.
DECISION
That the deputation’s comments be referred to the Director of Housing Management for response within 28 days.
( Action by Maureen McEleney, Director of Housing Management) Decision: Mrs Carole Swords, on behalf of the deputation addressed the meeting on the subject of the Council’s Housing Choice Policies.
DECISION
That the deputation’s comments be referred to the Director Housing Management for response within 28 days.
( Action by Maureen McEleney , Director of Housing Management) Minutes: Mrs Carole Swords, on behalf of the deputation, addressed the meeting on the subject of the Council’s Housing Choice Policies. After discussion the Lead Member for Housing responded and it was
RESOLVED:
That the deputation’s comments be referred to the Director of Housing Management for response within 28 days. |
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Deputation re Co-operatives Decision: Miss Carolyn Merion, on behalf of the deputation addressed the meeting on the subject of support for co-operatives. The Lead Member for Regeneration and Community Partnerships agreed to facilitate a meeting between the Council’s Third Sector Manager and Miss Merion and the Lead Member also agreed to arrange to provide for additional information on available support for co-operatives to be to Miss Merion.
DECISION
That the deputation’s comments be referred to the Assistant Chief Executive for response within 28 days.
(Action by Assistant Chief Executive – Sharon McGilchrist– Third Sector Manager) Minutes: Miss Carolyn Merion addressed the meeting on the subject of
support for
RESOLVED:
That the deputation’s comments be referred to the Assistant Chief Executive for response within 28 days.
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WRITTEN QUESTIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC (Maximum of 30 minutes allowed)
The questions which have been received are set out in agenda item 6. Decision:
2.1 Question from Clair Hawkins, re Drug dealing on the Ocean Estate to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment.
2.2 Question from Jo Coles, re Young people’s access to Councillor Ohid Ahmed, Lead Member for Education and Youth.
2.3 Question from Peter Thon That, re extending schools hours to Councillor Ohid Ahmed, Lead Member for Education and Youth.
2.4 Question from Brian Boag,re fly tipping to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment.
2.5 Question from Alibor Chowdhury re operation of the Safer Neighbourhoods Team in St Dunstan’s and Stepney Green to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment
2.6 Question from Bill Turner re misuse of motorised scooters to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment
Questions 2.7 to 2.13 were not dealt with due to lack of time. A copy of the tabled responses to be forwarded to the questioners.
( Action by IHDR&E Tim Hogan ) Minutes: 13 questions had been submitted by members of the public to members of the Cabinet, set out at agenda item 6. The questions together with the draft responses in writing had been tabled on blue paper.
(i) Question from Clair Hawkins of St Stephen’s Road E3, re drug dealing on the Ocean Estate to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply. Ms Hawkins asked a supplementary question regarding measures to tackle drug dealers in cars and drug paraphernalia left in stairwells. Councillor Gardiner detailed a number of steps being taken, and emphasised the importance of local intelligence in helping police and the Council to tackle this issue.
(ii) Question from Jo Coles, of Rainhill Way, E3, re young people’s access to Councillor Ohid Ahmed, Lead Member for Education and Youth
Councillor Ohid Ahmed referred to his written reply. Ms Cole asked a supplementary question regarding the length of journey that young people at Bromley-by-Bow would have to take to get to a Youth Centre, and Councillor Ahmed advised that the young people would be within a bus ride of a youth centre.
(iii) Question from Peter Thon That, of Cartwright Street E1, re extending schools hours to Councillor Ohid Ahmed, Lead Member for Education and Youth
Councillor Ohid Ahmed referred to his written reply. Mr Thon That then asked a brief supplementary question to which Councillor Ahmed replied.
(iv) Question from Brian Boag, of Hollybush Gardens, E2, re fly tipping to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply. Mr Boag asked a supplementary question about measures to deal with fly tipping on open space, and Councillor Gardiner briefly detailed the measures taken variously by street sweepers or, if the open space was within an estate, caretakers. She highlighted the need to identify the perpetrators so that appropriate action would be taken against them, and added that any assistance from the public on this front would be most useful.
(v) Question from Alibor Chowdhury of Shandy Street, E1, re operation of the Safer Neighbourhoods Team in St Dunstan’s and Stepney Green to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply. Mr Chowdhury asked a supplementary question about whether there were plans for Safer Neighbourhood Teams to work with young people, and Councillor Gardiner confirmed that there were.
(vi) Question from Bill Turner of Commercial Street, E1, re misuse of motorised scooters to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply.
In accordance with Rule 11.2 questions 2.7 to 2.13 were not dealt with due to lack of time. A copy of the tabled responses would be forwarded to the questioners.
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WRITTEN QUESTIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL (Maximum of 30 minutes allowed)
The questions which have been received are set out in agenda item 7. Decision: 2.1 Question from Councillor Brian Son to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment re assaults in the Aspen Way Underpass.
2.2 Question from Councillor Simon Rouse to Councillor Judith Gardiner , Lead Member for Environment renumber of anti-social behaviour obtained in the year 2005-2006.
2.3 Question from Councillor Julian Sharpe to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment re spend on improving roads and pavements on the Isle of Dogs in 2005-2006.
2.4 Question from Councillor Ray Gipson to Councillor Shafiqul Haque , Lead Member for Regeneration and Community Partnerships re shopping facilities in Roman Road.
2.5 Question from Councillor Julian Mainwaring to Councillor David Edgar, Lead Member for Housing re affordable housing on the Isle of Dogs.
2.6 Question from Councillor John Griffiths to Councillor Michael Keith, Leader of the Council re investigation in to financial malpractice.
2.7 Question from Councillor Alan Amos to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment re road improvement schemes in Millwall Ward.
2.8 Question from Councillor James Sanderson to Councillor Abdul Asad, Lead Member for Social Services and Health , this question was responded to by the Leader of the Council.
2.9 Question from Councillor Martin Rew to Councillor Shafiqul Haque , Lead Member for Regeneration and Community Partnerships re development of Fish Island.
Due to lack of time questions 2.10 to 2.19 were not considered due to lack of time. Copies of the tabled responses to be forwarded to the questioners.
(Action by IHDR&E –Tim Hogan) Minutes: 19 questions had been submitted by members of the Council for response by members of the Cabinet, set out at agenda item 7. The questions together with the draft responses in writing had been tabled on yellow paper.
(i) Question from Councillor Brian Son to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment, re assaults in the Aspen Way Underpass
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply. Councillor Son then asked a supplementary question to which Councillor Gardiner replied saying that the longer term solution to this particular hotspot was to install pedestrian and cycle crossings at surface level. She regretted to hear that a member of staff had been subjected to a recent assault there and was sure she spoke for the Council when she asked for her good wishes to be conveyed to the victim.
(ii) Question from Councillor Simon Rouse to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment, re the number of anti-social behaviour obtained in the year 2005/06
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply. In response to Councillor Rouse’s supplementary question that the year-end target of 80 ASBOs was unattainable, Councillor Gardiner replied that the approximate total by the year-end would be in the region of 70 ASBOs issued, which demonstrated that the target had been a challenging one which had stretched the service but not been completely unrealistic.
(iii) Question from Councillor Julian Sharpe to Councillor Judith Gardiner, Lead Member for Environment, re spend on improving roads and pavements on the Isle of Dogs in 2005/06
Councillor Judith Gardiner referred to her written reply and undertook to pass on to the relevant officers Councillor Sharpe’s proposal for a 20 mph zone at Steward Street and Manchester Road.
(iv) Question from Councillor Ray Gipson to Councillor Shafiqul Haque, Lead Member for Regeneration and Community Partnerships, re shopping facilities in Roman Road
Councillor Shafiqul Haque referred to his written reply. In response to Councillor Gipson’s request that in the light of various studies which had been undertaken, some action would eventually be taken to regenerate the area, Councillor Haque confirmed that a number of initiatives were under way to do so.
(v) Question from Councillor Julia Mainwaring to Councillor David Edgar, Lead Member for Housing, re affordable housing on the Isle of Dogs
Councillor David Edgar referred to his written reply. In response to a supplementary question expressing concern about the overall percentage of new homes on the Isle of Dogs which were affordable, Councillor Edgar confirmed that a number of new developments were in the pipeline which would see the percentage rise, and also added that the target for family-sized homes was being met.
(vi) Question from Councillor John Griffiths to Councillor Michael Keith, Leader of the Council, re investigation in to financial malpractice
Councillor Michael Keith referred to his written reply. In response to a supplementary question, the Leader of the Council confirmed that he had been the Lead Member for Regeneration for approximately nine years, ... view the full minutes text for item 7. |
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General Fund Budget 2006/07 Budget Requirement and Council Tax Decision: DECISION
1. That a total budget requirement for the authority in 2006/2007 of £267,894,000 (not including Dedicated Schools Grant) be agreed; and
2. That there be no increase in Tower Hamlets’ Council Tax for 2006/2007.
a) Resulting in a Council Tax at Band D for Tower Hamlets for 2006/2007 of £797.28, as detailed in the table below: -
b) Resulting in a Council Tax for all other band taxpayers with no discounts and excluding the GLA precept shall be as set out in the Table below:-
3. That for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in 2006/2007:-
(a) The Council Tax for Band D taxpayers with no discounts and including the GLA precept shall be £1,085.89, as shown below: -.
(b) The Council Tax for taxpayers in all other bands with no discounts and including the GLA precept shall be as detailed in the table below: -.
4. That the statutory calculations of this authority’s budget requirement in 2006/2007, detailed in Appendix D to this Council report, undertaken by the Chief Financial Officer in accordance with the requirements of Sections 32 to 36 of the Local Government Finance Act 1992, and referred to in paragraph 13.2 of the report (CAB 154/056) be approved.
5. That the Budget Pages shall constitute the London Borough of Tower Hamlets’ 2005/2006 revised estimates and original budget for 2006/2007, and referred to in paragraph 13.2 of the report (CAB 154/056).
(Action by Martin Smith Director of Resources) Minutes: Moved by Councillor Richard Brooks, Seconded by Councillor Michael Keith and after discussion it was
RESOLVED:
“1. That a total budget requirement for the authority in 2006/2007 of £267,894,000 (not including Dedicated Schools Grant) be agreed; and
2. That there be no increase in Tower Hamlets’ Council Tax for 2006/2007.
a) Resulting in a Council Tax at Band D for Tower Hamlets for 2006/2007 of £797.28, as detailed in the table below: -
b) Resulting in a Council Tax for all other band taxpayers with no discounts and excluding the GLA precept shall be as set out in the Table below:-
3. That for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in 2006/2007:-
(a) The Council Tax for Band D taxpayers with no discounts and including the GLA precept shall be £1,085.89, as shown below:-
(b) The Council Tax for taxpayers in all other bands with no discounts and including the GLA precept shall be as detailed in the table below: -.
4. That the statutory calculations of this authority’s budget requirement in 2006/2007, detailed in Appendix D to report to Council, undertaken by the Chief Financial Officer in accordance with the requirements of Sections 32 to 36 of the Local Government Finance Act 1992 be approved.
5. That the Budget Pages shall constitute the London Borough of Tower Hamlets’ 2005/2006 revised estimates and original budget for 2006/2007 be agreed”.
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2006/2007 Prudential Indicators Decision: DECISION
1. That the following Authorised Limits for External Debt be adopted:-
2006/2007 £597.000M 2007/2008 £591.000M 2008/2009 £597.000M
2. That the following Operational Boundaries for External Debt be adopted: -
2006/2007 £577.000M 2007/2008 £571.000M 2008/2009 £577.000M
3. Note the financial indicators set out below: -
4. That the Director of Resources be authorised to revise the indicators as set out in recommendations 2.1 to 2.3 of this report to reflect any developments between this meeting and Council on the 1st March 2006.
(Action by Martin Smith Director of Resources) Minutes: Moved by Councillor Richard Brooks, Seconded by Councillor Michael Keith and
RESOLVED:
1. That the following Authorised Limits for External Debt be adopted:-
2006/2007 £597.000M 2007/2008 £591.000M 2008/2009 £597.000M
2. That the following Operational Boundaries for External Debt be adopted: -
2006/2007 £577.000M 2007/2008 £571.000M 2008/2009 £577.000M
3. That the financial indicators set out below be noted: -
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Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy 2006/07 Decision: DECISION
That the Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy as set out in Sections 4-9 and Section 10 respectively of Cabinet report to Council be adopted.
(Action by Martin Smith Director of Resources) Minutes: Moved by Councillor Richard Brooks, Seconded by Councillor Michael Keith and
RESOLVED:
That the Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy as set out in Sections 4-9 and Section 10 respectively be adopted. |
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Children and Young People's Plan Decision: DECISION
That the Revised Children and Young People’s Plan be approved.
(Action by Corporate Director Children’s Services – Kevan Collins) Minutes: Councillor Abdul Asad, having declared a prejudicial interest as a result of his employment by a youth service provider, withdrew from the room during consideration of the item.
Moved by Councillor Ohid Ahmed, Seconded by Councillor Michael Keith and
RESOLVED:
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Schedule of Dates for Principal Meetings in the Municipal Year 2006/2007 Decision: DECISION
That the proposed dates for principal meetings of the Authority for the Municipal Year 2006/2007 as set out in the appendix to the report be approved.
(Action by IHDR&E – Kairen Zonena) Minutes: Moved by Councillor Michael Keith, Seconded by Councillor Abdus Shukur and after discussion it was
RESOLVED:
That the proposed dates for principal meetings of the Council for the municipal year 2006/2007 as set out in the appendix to the report be approved.
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Review of Polling Places Decision: DECISION
That two compartment portacabins be provided in Polling District BE1, Bow East Ward, that a portacabin be provided in the grounds of the Royal Foundation of St Katherines in Polling District SH4, Shadwell Ward in place of the Olgilvie Comminity Club Site , and Stepney Library, Polling District WH3 , Whitechapel Ward continue to b used if appropriate, but if necessary a portacabin to be located in the library car park.
(Action by Assistant Chief Executive (Legal) – Pat Parker. Minutes: Moved by Councillor Ashton McGregor, Seconded by Councillor Rofique Ahmed and
RESOLVED:
That two compartment portacabins be provided in Polling District BE1, Bow East Ward, that a portacabin be provided in the grounds of the Royal Foundation of St Katherines in Polling District SH4, Shadwell Ward in place of the Olgilvie Community Club Site , and Stepney Library, Polling District WH3, Whitechapel Ward continue to be used if appropriate, but if necessary a portacabin be located in the library car park.
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TO RECEIVE REPORTS AND QUESTIONS ON JOINT ARRANGEMENTS AND EXTERNAL ORGANISATIONS There is no business to consider under this heading. Decision: No business under this heading considered. Minutes: There was no business under this heading to be considered. |
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Motion submitted by Councillor Richard Brooks regarding the promotion and purchase of Foods with the FAIRTRADE MARK “Proposed: Richard Brooks Seconded: AbdusShukur
This Council believes: 1. That, the London Borough of Tower Hamlets as an important consumer and opinion leader, should research, develop, and support a strategy to facilitate the promotion and purchase of foods with the FAIRTRADE Mark as part of its commitment to the pursuit of sustainable development and to give marginalised producers a fair deal.
This Council Resolves 1. To be recognised by the residents and business community of Tower Hamlets, suppliers, employees and other local authorities, as a borough that actively supports and promotes Fairtrade and to increase the sale of products with the FAIRTRADE Mark.
2. To establish a Fairtrade Borough Steering Group to: · To promote the concept of Fairtrade and increase the availability of Fairtrade products within Tower Hamlets. · To raise awareness of the FAIRTRADE Mark. · To ensure continued commitment and drive towards gaining Fairtrade Borough Status for Tower Hamlets, by achieving the five criteria of a Fairtrade Borough: 1. The local council must pass a resolution supporting Fairtrade, and serve Fairtrade coffee and tea at its meetings and in offices and canteens. 2. A range of Fairtrade products must be readily available in the area’s shops and served in local cafés and catering establishments (targets are set in relation to population) 3. Fairtrade products must be used by a number of local work places (estate agents, hairdressers etc) and community organisations (churches, schools etc) 4. The council must attract popular support for the campaign. 5. A local Fairtrade steering group must be convened to ensure continued commitment to Fairtrade Borough status. · To encourage workplaces, schools, universities and churches to work to promote and use Fairtrade products. · and to maintain the accreditation once it has been achieved.
3. To contribute to the campaign to increase sales of products with the FAIRTRADE Mark by striving to achieve Fairtrade status for Tower Hamlets as detailed in the Fairtrade Foundation’s Fairtrade Towns Initiative.
The initiative involves a commitment to:
Decision: Councillor Brooks’ motion on Fairtrade Mark was agreed.
DECISION
This Council believes: 1. That, the London Borough of Tower Hamlets as an important consumer and opinion leader, should research, develop, and support a strategy to facilitate the promotion and purchase of foods with the FAIRTRADE Mark as part of its commitment to the pursuit of sustainable development and to give marginalised producers a fair deal.
This Council Resolves 1. To be recognised by the residents and business community of Tower Hamlets, suppliers, employees and other local authorities, as a borough that actively supports and promotes Fairtrade and to increase the sale of products with the FAIRTRADE Mark.
2. To establish a Fairtrade Borough Steering Group to: · To promote the concept of Fairtrade and increase the availability of Fairtrade products within Tower Hamlets. · To raise awareness of the FAIRTRADE Mark. · To ensure continued commitment and drive towards gaining Fairtrade Borough Status for Tower Hamlets, by achieving the five criteria of a Fairtrade Borough: 1. The local council must pass a resolution supporting Fairtrade, and serve Fairtrade coffee and tea at its meetings and in offices and canteens. 2. A range of Fairtrade products must be readily available in the area’s shops and served in local cafés and catering establishments (targets are set in relation to population) 3. Fairtrade products must be used by a number of local work places (estate agents, hairdressers etc) and community organisations (churches, schools etc) 4. The council must attract popular support for the campaign. 5. A local Fairtrade steering group must be convened to ensure continued commitment to Fairtrade Borough status. · To encourage workplaces, schools, universities and churches to work to promote and use Fairtrade products. · and to maintain the accreditation once it has been achieved.
3. To contribute to the campaign to increase sales of products with the FAIRTRADE Mark by striving to achieve Fairtrade status for Tower Hamlets as detailed in the Fairtrade Foundation’s Fairtrade Towns Initiative.
The initiative involves a commitment to:
(Action by Director of Environment & Culture- Graeme Peacock)
Minutes: Moved by Councillor Richard Brooks, Seconded by Councillor Abdus Shukur and after discussion it was
RESOLVED:
That this Council believes:
1. That, the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, as an important consumer and opinion leader, should research, develop, and support a strategy to facilitate the promotion and purchase of foods with the FAIRTRADE Mark as part of its commitment to the pursuit of sustainable development and to give marginalised producers a fair deal.
This Council resolves
1. To be recognised by the residents and business community of Tower Hamlets, suppliers, employees and other local authorities, as a borough that actively supports and promotes Fairtrade and to increase the sale of products with the FAIRTRADE Mark.
2. To establish a Fairtrade Borough Steering Group to: · To promote the concept of Fairtrade and increase the availability of Fairtrade products within Tower Hamlets. · To raise awareness of the FAIRTRADE Mark. · To ensure continued commitment and drive towards gaining Fairtrade Borough Status for Tower Hamlets, by achieving the five criteria of a Fairtrade Borough: 1. The local council must pass a resolution supporting Fairtrade, and serve Fairtrade coffee and tea at its meetings and in offices and canteens. 2. A range of Fairtrade products must be readily available in the area’s shops and served in local cafés and catering establishments (targets are set in relation to population) 3. Fairtrade products must be used by a number of local work places (estate agents, hairdressers etc) and community organisations (churches, schools etc) 4. The council must attract popular support for the campaign. 5. A local Fairtrade steering group must be convened to ensure continued commitment to Fairtrade Borough status. · To encourage workplaces, schools, universities and churches to work to promote and use Fairtrade products. · and to maintain the accreditation once it has been achieved.
3. To contribute to the campaign to increase sales of products with the FAIRTRADE Mark by striving to achieve Fairtrade status for Tower Hamlets as detailed in the Fairtrade Foundation’s Fairtrade Towns Initiative.
The initiative involves a commitment to:
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Motion from Councillor Louise Alexander regarding Crossrail “Cllr Louise Alexander Seconder: Cllr Akik Rahman
This Council confirms that:
It is this Council’s duty to protect the community’s rights not to suffer damage to the environment, health and business.
This Council categorically rejects:
· Any Crossrail intervention shaft in the Brick Lane London E1 area, as contained in the present Crossrail Bill in the House of Commons;
· Crossrail plans for an additional tunnel surfacing in Allen Gardens;
· The use of a conveyor belt to take spoil to dump in Mile EndPark; and
· The unsubstantiated, uneconomic and wasteful provision of a Crossrail station at Whitechapel which will necessitate digging an evacuation shaft in the Brick Lane London E1 area This Council resolves to: · Use the strongest possible terms when this Council presents the arguments and the evidence in support of any previously-submitted formally-timed petition to the Crossrail Select Committee in the House of Commons. · Lobby within political parties and for the active attention of the Government to represent the interests of the residents of this Borough. This Council undertakes to take action in court and constitutionally to maintain, establish, reinstate and protect the community's right not to suffer the damage to environment, health and business which will be brought about by having an intervention shaft in this area”. Decision: Councillor Alexander’s motion following debate was subject to an amendment from Councillor Keith
DECISION
The Council confirms
The Council will exercise it powers of general wellbeing to the benefit of all communities in the borough.
The Council categorically rejects
The tunnelling strategy proposed by Crossrail that produces the need for the major intervention in Hanbury Street area, a conveyor belt to take spoil to Mile End Park and the use of Mile End Park for spoil handling.
The Council notes:
The work that the Labour run Council has commissioned on tunnelling strategy , safety, construction practice, and railway engineering to protect the interests of the people of the borough.
The work the Labour run Council has done to lobby Ministers , petition the House of Commons and campaign to protect the interests of the people of the borough.
The meetings that have been held with local community groups to work together on petitioning against Crossrail’s proposals.
The Council resolves to
1- Use the strongest possible terms when this Council presents the arguments and the evidence in support of any previously-submitted formally-time petition to the Crossrail Select Committee in the House of Commons; and
2 – Work in partnership with local community groups to maximise the impact of our petitioning strategy by combing where possible – the position of the Council with the work done by local campaigning community organisations.
(Action by Emma Peters- Corporate Director of Development & Renewal) Minutes: Moved by Councillor Louise Alexander and Seconded by Councillor Akikur Rahman.
“This Council confirms that:
It is this Council’s duty to protect the community’s rights not to suffer damage to the environment, health and business.
This Council categorically rejects:
· Any Crossrail intervention shaft in the Brick Lane London E1 area, as contained in the present Crossrail Bill in the House of Commons;
· Crossrail plans for an additional tunnel surfacing in Allen Gardens;
· The use of a conveyor belt to take spoil to dump in Mile EndPark; and
· The unsubstantiated, uneconomic and wasteful provision of a Crossrail station at Whitechapel which will necessitate digging an evacuation shaft in the Brick Lane London E1 area This Council resolves to: · Use the strongest possible terms when this Council presents the arguments and the evidence in support of any previously-submitted formally-timed petition to the Crossrail Select Committee in the House of Commons.
Lobby within political parties and for the active attention of the Government to represent the interests of the residents of this Borough. This Council undertakes to take action in court and constitutionally to maintain, establish, reinstate and protect the community's right not to suffer the damage to environment, health and business which will be brought about by having an intervention shaft in this area”.
Moved by Councillor Michael Keith and Seconded by Councillor Abdus Shukur that the motion be amended as follows
“The Council confirms
The Council will exercise its powers of general wellbeing to the benefit of all communities in the borough.
The Council categorically rejects
Add The Council notes:
The Council resolves to:
After discussion Moved by Councillor Michael Keith, Seconded by Councillor Abdus Shukur and
RESOLVED:
That in accordance with Rule 14.1. 10 the question be now put.
The amendment was then put to the meeting and AGREED.
The amended motion was then put to the meeting and it was:
RESOLVED:
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Motion from Councillor Janet Ludlow regarding the Freedom of Information Act “This Council notes:
It is one of the Council’s roles both to consult and inform residents on issues that will impact on their social and economic well-being.
That the Council has legal obligations under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to ensure people’s right to any official information unless it can show that disclosure would cause real harm to the Authority’s essential interests.
That new regulations to amend the Local Government Act of 1972 that come into force on 1st March reduce from 15 to 7 the number of categories under which information can be withheld from the public.
That the role of Members, particularly in their capacity as scrutineers of the Council’s Executive, is crucial to the process of informing residents.
This Council resolves to:
Inform members of the full implications of the Freedom of Information Act and the recent amendments to the Local Government legislation in order to encourage greater rigour, openness and accountability to emerge from the scrutiny process.
Instruct officers to review the Council’s information policy and communication processes to ensure that they are compliant with the relevant legislation.
Ensure that the Council uses all the communication tools at its disposal to inform the public in an open and objective manner. This includes the Council’s weekly newssheet, Eastend Life, the Local Area Partnerships and the Council’s website”
Decision: Councillor Ludlow’s motion was subject to amendment and debate and the following was agreed-
DECISION
It is one of the Council’s roles both to consult and inform residents on the issues that will impact on their social and economic well-being.
That the Council has legal obligations under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to ensure people’s right to any official information unless it can show that disclosure would cause real harm to the Authority ‘s essential interests.
The new regulations to amend the Local Government Act of 1972 that come into force on 1st March reduce from 15 to 7 the number of categories under which information can be withheld from the public.
That the role of Members, particularly in their capacity as scutineers of the Council’s Executive, is crucial to the process of informing residents.
RESOLVED
1 – Maintain it’s commitment to open and to continue to meet fully its responsibilities under Freedom of Information.
2 – Continue to encourage citizens to make requests for information, through the designated email address, the website and by providing guidance in all public-facing areas.
3 – To provide new training for Members on Freedom of information and Data Protection.
(Action by Assistant Chief Executive (Legal) – Isabella Freeman
Minutes: Moved by Councillor Ludlow and Seconded by Councillor Griffiths
“It is one of the Council’s roles both to consult and inform residents on issues that will impact on their social and economic well-being.
That the Council has legal obligations under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to ensure people’s right to any official information unless it can show that disclosure would cause real harm to the Authority’s essential interests.
That new regulations to amend the Local Government Act of 1972 that come into force on 1st March reduce from 15 to 7 the number of categories under which information can be withheld from the public.
That the role of Members, particularly in their capacity as scrutineers of the Council’s Executive, is crucial to the process of informing residents.
Moved by Councillor Michael Keith and Seconded by Councillor Richard Brooks that the motion be amended as follows
“To add under “This Council resolves to”:
1. Maintain it’s commitment to open government and to continue to meet fully its responsibilities under Freedom of Information.
2. Continue to encourage citizens to make requests for information, through the designated email address, the website and by providing guidance in all public facing areas.
3. To provide new training for Members in May on Freedom of Information and Data Protection”.
Moved by Councillor Gardiner, Seconded by Councillor Shukur and
RESOLVED:
That in accordance with Rule 14.1. 10 the question be now put.
The amendment was then put to the vote and AGREED.
The amended motion was then put to the meeting and it was
RESOLVED:
That this Council notes:
That it is one of the Council’s roles both to consult and inform residents on the issues that will impact on their social and economic well-being.
That the Council has legal obligations under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to ensure people’s right to any official information unless it can show that disclosure would cause real harm to the Authority ‘s essential interests.
The new regulations to amend the Local Government Act of 1972 that come into force on 1st March reduce from 15 to 7 the number of categories under which information can be withheld from the public.
That the role of Members, particularly in their capacity as scutineers of the Council’s Executive, is crucial to the process of informing residents.
That this Council Resolves:
1. Inform members of the full implications of the Freedom of Information Act and the recent amendments to the Local Government legislation in order to encourage greater rigour, openness and accountability to emerge from the scrutiny process.
2. Instruct officers to review the Council’s information policy and communication processes to ensure that they are compliant with the relevant legislation.
3. Ensure that the Council uses all the communication tools at its disposal to inform the public in an open and objective manner. This includes the Council’s weekly newssheet, Eastend Life, the Local Area Partnerships and the Council’s website
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Motion from Councillor Simon Rouse regarding policing in the Isle of Dogs Area "This Council notes the petition that is currently being collected by local residents on the Isle of Dogs to the following effect - We the undersigned petition the Metropolitan Police Authority to: 1. Recognise the growth in population and policing need on the Isle of Dogs. 2. Seek additional resources to allow the Manchester Road Police Station to open for longer hours, particularly in the evenings. 3. Find ways in which a more tangible police presence can be demonstrated to residents of the Isle of Dogs.
This Council resolves to: 1. Confirm that members support the aims of this campaign by Isle of Dogs residents. 2. Send a letter of support for the petition to the Metropolitan Police Authority. 3. Investigate other avenues through which additional resources can be found to increase the police presence at the Isle of Dogs police station on Manchester Road."
Decision: Councillor Rouse’s motion was subject to amendment and following debate the following was agreed - .
DECISION
This Council notes that the petition that is currently being collected by local residents on the Isle Of Dogs to the following effect-
We the undersigned petition the Metropolitan Police Authority to:
1 – Recognise the growth in population and policing on the Isle of Dogs 2 – Seek additional resources to allow Manchester Road Police Station to open for longer hours, particularly in the evenings. 3 – Find ways in which a more tangible police presence can be demonstrated to residents on the Isle of Dogs.
This Council notes that :
Tough new powers to close down crack houses in 48 hours Banning the sale of spray paints to under-18sand airguns to under-17’s Anti-Social Behaviour Orders More Money for the police Giving police the power to disperse gangs of youths Curfews for people who cause trouble late at night
7 That such measures have proven to be both well guided and necessary and have directly led to better policing and more effective Council iniatives.
8 That in combination with the New Safer Neighbourhood Teams and the Council’s programme of refurbishing and opening new youth centres and other community facilities, these powers will aid the Council and police in reducing anti-social behaviour and crime.
This Council resolves to –
1 – To support the work of the Safer Neighbourhood Teams on the Isle of Dogs; and 2 – To support the development of the localisation agenda on the Isle of Dogs and the development of Super Safer Neighbourhood Teams.
( Action by Head of Crime Reduction Services – Olivia McLeod. Minutes: Moved by Councillor Simon Rouse and Seconded by Councillor Ataur Rahman.
This Council resolves to:
1. Confirm that members support the aims of this campaign by Isle of Dogs residents.
2. Send a letter of support for the petition to the Metropolitan Police Authority.
3. Investigate other avenues through which additional resources can be found to increase the police presence at the Isle of Dogs police station on Manchester Road."
Moved by Councillor Michael Keith and seconded by Councillor Judith Gardiner that the motion be amended as follows:
“To add:
This Council notes that:
1. The 2006/07 GLA budget concentrates on safer stations and safer neighbourhoods, with resources to ensure every neighbourhood in London gets a dedicated beat police team, and extra British Transport Police to patrol our over-ground stations.
2. That the Conservative members of the Greater London Assembly have a record of seeking to block police funding and of calling for cuts.
3. That Yet again the Liberal Democrats and Conservatives have voted against the Mayor’s Budget that has delivered extra police for London. The Liberal Democrats and Conservatives have voted against every Budget that has paid for better policing since 2001.
4. That in Metropolitan police force area the number of police officers has increased by 3,433 since 1997. The total number of police officers in Metropolitan police force area now stands at 30,111.
5. That as a direct result of the actions of Tower Hamlets Council, there are now an additional six police and community support officers in every ward.
To delete all below “This Council resolves to” and replace with:
1. To support the work of the Safer Neighbourhoods Teams on the Isle of Dogs; and
2. To support the development of the localisation agenda on the Isle of Dogs and the development of Super Safer Neighbourhoods Teams”.
The amendment was put to the meeting and AGREED
Moved by Councillor Judith Gardiner and seconded by Councillor Michael Keith that the motion be further amended as follows.
“1. This Council welcome national initiatives which have allowed councils and police to more effectively tackle crime and anti-social behaviour including: · Tough new powers to close down crack houses in 48 hours · Banning sale of spray paints to under-18’s and airguns to under-17’s · Anti-Social Behaviour Orders · More money for the police · Giving police the power to disperse gangs of youths · Curfews for people who cause trouble late at night
2. That such measures have proven to be both well guided and necessary and have directly led to better policing and more effective Council initiatives.
3. That in combination with the new Safer Neighbourhoods Teams and the Council’s programme of refurbishing and opening new youth centres and other community facilities, these powers will aid the Council and police in reducing anti-social behaviour and crime”.
The second amendment was put to the meeting and AGREED.
The amended motion was then put to the meeting and it was
RESOLVED:
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Review of the Constitution The Standards Committee on 21st February,2006 is due to consider the Member/ Officer Protocol and the Committee’s views will be reported to the meeting. Decision: DECISION
That the revisions to the Constitution set out in Appendix 1 to the report be approved.
(Action by Assistant Chief Executive (Legal) – Isabella Freeman. Minutes: Moved by Councillor Michael Keith and Seconded by Councillor Abdus Shukur that the revisions to the Constitution be adopted.
Moved by Councillor Keith, Seconded by Councillor Shukur and
RESOLVED That in accordance with Rule 14.1.10 the question be now put.
The motion was then put to the meeting and it was
RESOLVED:
That the revisions to the Constitution set out in Appendix 1 to the report be approved.
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Review of Proportionality Decision:
DECISIONS
1 – That the resignation of Councillors Khaled Reza Khan, Helal Rahman and Fanu Miah from membership of the Labour Group be noted;
2 – That the recalculation of proportionality be noted;
3 – That Councillor Julia Mainwaring be appointed to membership of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
4 – That Councillors Julia Mainwaring and Ashton McGregor be appointed to membership of the Health Scrutiny Panel.
5 – That Councillor Julia Mainwaring be appointed to membership of the Licensing and Development Committees’
6 – That Councillor Julia Mainwaring’s resignation from membership of the Strategic Development Committee be noted.
7 – That Councillor Ghulam Muhammad Mortuza be appointed to membership of the Human Resources Committee.
8 – That Councillor Kevin Morton be appointed to membership of the Pensions and Accounts Committee.
(Action by Tim Revell- IHDR&E)
Tim Hogan For Interim Head of Democratic Renewal & Engagement Minutes: Moved by Councillor Michael Keith, Seconded by Councillor Abdus Shukur and
RESOLVED:
1. That the resignation of Councillors Khaled Reza Khan, Helal Rahman and Fanu Miah from membership of the Labour Group be noted;
2. That the recalculation of proportionality be noted;
3. That Councillor Julia Mainwaring be appointed to membership of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee (to replace Councillor Khaled Khan);
4. That Councillors Julia Mainwaring and Ashton McGregor be appointed to membership of the Health Scrutiny Panel (to replace Councillors Khaled Khan and Helal Rahman);
5. That Councillor Julia Mainwaring be appointed to membership of the Licensing and Development Committees (to replace Councillors Helal Rahman and Khaled Khan respectively noting that this left a further vacancy on the Licensing Committee);
6. That Councillor Julia Mainwaring’s resignation from membership of the Strategic Development Committee, be noted;
7. That Councillor Ghulam Muhammad Mortuza be appointed to membership of the Human Resources Committee (to replace Councillor Helal Rahman);
8. That Councillor Kevin Morton be appointed to membership of the Pensions and Accounts Committee (to replace Councillor Fanu Miah).
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CLOSE OF MEETING The Mayor thanked everyone for their attendance and contributions, and closed the meeting at 11.04 p.m.
COUNCILLOR DOROS ULLAH MAYOR |