Executive post

The Cabinet Member for Housing is required to lead on budget and policy formulation and implementation in relation to housing. In particular, this role focuses on working with Barnet Homes, housing associations and other providers to secure the optimum provision and associated environmental, neighbourhood development and social facilities for all those members of the community not living in private accommodation, or for those who require public sector housing.

This role also entails the promotion of better integration in privately rented properties into the Borough’s framework, including the distribution of grants as necessary, for the adaptation of private propertied, to further care in the community.

The Cabinet Member for Housing also takes responsibility for:

·         All matters related to Housing excluding the administration of Housing Benefits.

·         All matters related to Private Sector Housing, including Disabled Facility Grants, Hendon Cemetery and Crematorium and Finchley Mortuary.

·         The Barnet Group.

·         Being involved in and promote discussions in relation to any matters within the portfolio.