The Fire Committee of the Greater London Authority Council is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 15 September 2026. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on recent arson attacks, the committee's work programme, and responses to previous committee outputs. Additionally, the committee will review actions taken under delegated authority and consider the committee's response to a government consultation.

Arson Attacks in March to May 2026

The committee is scheduled to consider a report detailing arson attacks that occurred in London between March and May 2026. This report is intended to provide background information for questions to be posed to invited guests, including representatives from the Community Security Trust, Hatzola Northwest, and senior figures from the London Fire Brigade (LFB), such as Commissioner Jonathan Smith KFSM. The discussion is expected to cover the LFB's response to these incidents, including operational aspects, partnership working with other agencies, and engagement with affected communities. The committee may also delegate authority to the Chair to agree any outputs arising from this discussion.

Fire Committee Work Programme

The committee is set to review its work programme for the upcoming period. This includes noting the additional activity undertaken since its last meeting, specifically a site visit to Finchley Fire Station. The work programme outlines scheduled meetings and their intended topics, such as Fire Risk in Heritage Buildings and a Q&A session with the London Fire Commissioner and Deputy Mayor for Fire Services.

Response to Committee Output

A report is scheduled for discussion concerning the response received from the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy. This response relates to the committee's earlier report titled Exposure to Fire Contaminants in London: A hidden, growing risk? The committee is recommended to note this response.

Action Taken Under Delegated Authority

The committee will be asked to note actions taken by the Chair under delegated authority. These actions include agreeing the committee's response to a government consultation on developing a new College of Fire and Rescue, and approving a letter sent to the Mayor of London concerning fire safety in social housing.

Summary List of Actions

This report will update the committee on the progress of actions arising from previous Fire Committee meetings. It will detail both completed and outstanding actions, as well as any additional correspondence that has been sent.

Declarations of Interest

The committee will receive a report outlining the offices held by Assembly Members, which are to be noted as disclosable pecuniary interests. Members will also be expected to declare any disclosable pecuniary interests in specific agenda items and any other relevant interests, including gifts and hospitality.

Minutes

The committee is recommended to confirm the minutes of its previous meeting, held on 23 June 2026, for signing by the Chair as a correct record.