Issue - meetings

The chairman ruled the following item as urgent:

Willow House, East Finchley – Fire

The Chairman felt that it was important that the Committee should receive an update of the fire at Willow House and reported that there would be a detailed report to the January 2019 meeting.

The Chairman was pleased to report that everyone was safe and invited the Chief Executive of Barnet Homes to give a more detailed update.

Consequently, it was noted/reported that:

·         Most people were out within 10 minutes;

·         The fire was under control by 2am;

·         13 flats were significantly damaged;

·         Most families were put into respite accommodation;

·         The arrangements for re-housing were outlined and community groups were being consulted.

The Chairman thanked Barnet Homes for the rapidity of its response to the emergency and also thanked Councillors involved in the process.