Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 10/04/2026

General exception notice

This item is subject to the General Exception procedure. It is proposed to take a key decision on the decision date shown below. It would be impracticable to defer the decision until it has been included on the next Forward Plan. This notice has been issued by the Chief Executive and the Leader of the Council and has been issued to the Chair(s) of the relevant scrutiny bodies.

Reason for urgency:
This decision will be made under General Exception Provisions as having less than 28 day's notice on the Forward Plan to enable implementation before legislation comes into force on 1 May. The obligations under the Act are mandatory and it would be detrimental to the Council if the Council’s policies are not compliant with the new legislation.

Decision due: 30 Apr 2026 by Director of Planning & Public Protection

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Environment

Lead director: Strategic Director, Place

Contact: James Delaney, Stratey & Policy Officer Email: james.delaney@havering.gov.uk.

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