The Culture and Environment Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on Monday 12 January 2026 to discuss a range of important local issues. Key topics on the agenda include an update on the dockless bike hire scheme, a trial to address advertising boards on streets, and the progress of Camden's Get Active Programme. The committee will also review performance reports and its own work programme.

Dockless Bike Hire Scheme - Progress Update 2025/26

The committee is set to receive an update on the dockless bike hire (DBH) scheme, which has been a recurring topic in previous scrutiny reports. This report will provide information on the scheme's progress, focusing on parking and bay management. Previous discussions have highlighted the scheme's role in supporting sustainable travel and its alignment with the Mayor's Transport Strategy and Camden's own Transport Strategy. Actions agreed at the February 2025 meeting, such as contract management with operators like Forest and Lime, expanding the network of parking bays, and lobbying for pan-London regulation, will be reviewed. The report will also detail current usage statistics, contract status, and efforts to address issues such as parking bay compliance, the expansion of facilities, and upgrades to existing bays. Technology upgrades and fines implemented by operators will also be discussed, alongside parking bay management and enforcement measures. The report will also provide an update on accident and injury data related to DBH bikes.

Advertising Boards (A-Boards)

A trial pilot to address advertising boards, often referred to as A-boards, is scheduled to be discussed. This initiative, taking place in Goodge Street, is being conducted in partnership with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), The Fitzrovia Partnership, and other stakeholders. The aim is to remove A-boards and declutter the street, with a particular focus on improving accessibility for blind and visually impaired individuals. The trial will involve education and behaviour change strategies, including the use of table and chair stickers with QR codes linking to RNIB resources, and clearer guidance on managing obstructions. Following the Goodge Street trial, a similar approach is planned for Hampstead. The report will outline the project's aims and objectives, progress made, and the planned trial activities, which include blindfold walks and demonstrations of accessibility tools.

Camden's Get Active Programme (GAP)

The committee will receive an update on Camden's Get Active Programme (GAP), a scheme designed to encourage inactive residents to increase their physical activity levels. The programme, jointly led by Camden's Leisure Service and Health & Wellbeing Department, supports individuals with long-term health conditions through personalised care and advice from exercise and behaviour change specialists over a six-month period. Evidence suggests the programme is effective in helping participants increase and maintain physical activity, positively impacting their wellbeing and quality of life. The report will detail the programme's aims, objectives, resident pathway, team structure, and locations across Camden. It will also present findings from process evaluation methods and programme outcomes, including data on physical activity levels, wellbeing, and participant feedback. Challenges faced by the programme and future next steps for its expansion will also be covered.

Insight, Learning and Impact Report - Quarter 2/Mid-Year 2025/26

The committee will review the Insight, Learning and Impact report for the Investment, Place and Opportunity Directorate for Quarter 2 of the 2025/26 financial year. This report provides an overview of performance, highlighting key areas of challenge, opportunity, and learning across the directorate's divisions. It includes a summary table of service responses and more detailed narratives. The report will cover areas such as Development, Planning and Area Regeneration, HS2 and Euston, Inclusive Economy, Environment and Sustainability, Public Safety, and Recreation.

Culture and Environment Scrutiny Committee Work Programme 2025/26 and Action Tracker

Finally, the committee will consider its work programme for the 2025/26 municipal year and review an action tracker detailing progress on actions from previous meetings. The work programme outlines the topics scheduled for discussion throughout the year, including items such as the Advertising Boards trial, the Dockless Bike Hire Scheme update, the Get Active Programme, and the Insight, Learning and Impact Report. The action tracker will provide an update on the status of previously agreed actions.