Overview
London Borough of Harrow is the local authority for Harrow in north-west London, responsible for public services used by residents and local businesses. It manages household waste collection and road maintenance, alongside housing support and care for children and adults. The council also handles school admissions and planning applications, giving it a role in both everyday neighbourhood services and the borough's longer-term development. Residents use its online account to request services, make payments and track their activities. The council was first elected in 1964, assumed full powers in 1965 and has its headquarters at the Council Hub in Harrow, England.
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What believers are saying
- 2025-26 accounts show services delivered within budget, despite severe demand pressures.
- The council approved a 4.99% 2025-26 council tax rise, protecting core services.
- 2026/27 plans add £21m for property purchases and £8.4m more adult social care.
What critics are saying
- Harrow's 2026/27 budget gap is £17m, and costs outpace funding.
- Temporary accommodation costs about £19m yearly, driven by homelessness and private rents.
- Adult social care and children's services dominate spending; a funding shock risks section 114.
What makes London Borough of Harrow unique
- Harrow runs a £215.3m budget focused on statutory care, housing, and waste services.
- It finances most day-to-day spending through council tax, giving direct resident accountability.
- Harrow is buying homes and expanding affordable housing to cut homelessness costs.
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