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Cardiff approves homeless accommodation, deli Sunday hours
This week in Cardiff:
- The Planning Committee considered the conversion of a former hotel into homeless accommodation and the opening hours of a deli.
- The Environmental Scrutiny Committee discussed recycling targets and a potential road user payment scheme.
- The Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee discussed budget proposals and a new strategic plan.
- The Licensing Sub Committee reviewed the premises licence for Brewhouse following police concerns.
- The Public Protection Sub Committee convened to discuss Hackney Carriage and Private Hire matters.
- The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee reviewed the council's mid-year performance, focusing on wellbeing objectives.
- The Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee discussed budget monitoring and an update report.
- The Appointment Committee considered candidates for a Legal Services Operational Manager position.
Planning Committee - Thursday 11 December 2025
The Planning Committee granted permission for a former Ibis Budget hotel to be used as temporary homeless accommodation, and allowed a deli in Rhiwbina to open on Sundays.
Change of Use - Former Ibis Budget Hotel, Tyndall Street, Butetown
The committee approved planning application 25/02406/FUL, allowing the former Ibis Budget hotel on Tyndall Street to be converted into a hostel providing supported accommodation for homeless persons for a temporary period of three years. The hostel will have 98 bedrooms and communal facilities.
The report noted that the accommodation would operate under Cardiff Council's Complex Supported Accommodation Service framework, designed to prevent repeat homelessness and promote long-term stability. It also detailed the proposed staffing, including building managers, supported accommodation officers, and security staff.
Two petitions objecting to the change of use were submitted, raising concerns about anti-social behaviour, crime, and the impact on local businesses. Andrew R T Davies MS and the Atlantic Wharf Residents Association (AWRA) also objected, citing similar concerns. Natural Resources Wales raised no objection, while South Wales Police advised that they had no objections subject to the building meeting Secured by Design Standards.
During the meeting, Councillor Helen Gunter declared a prejudicial interest as a ward councillor and spoke as such.
The committee voted to grant the application.
This decision comes after the council declared a housing emergency in 2023, highlighting the significant need for homeless accommodation in the city.
Variation of Conditions - 6-8 Beulah Road, Rhiwbina
The Planning Committee approved planning application 25/02085/VAR, allowing Snails Deli at 6-8 Beulah Road, Rhiwbina, to operate on Sundays between 7:30am and 9:00pm. The applicant, Mr Rupert Sykes, sought to vary existing planning conditions to permit Sunday operation.
The report noted a petition of objection with 72 signatures, citing concerns about noise and disturbance to nearby residential properties. A petition in support of the proposal, with over 200 signatures, was also submitted. Representations in support included those from the local AS/MS Julie Morgan and the local MP Anna McMorrin.
Councillor Cowan spoke on behalf of all three ward councillors, requesting a site visit to assess the proximity of neighbouring properties to the site. The committee voted against a site visit.
Councillor Jon Shimmin proposed an amendment to allow Sunday opening but not the use of the garden. This proposal was not seconded.
The committee voted to grant the application.
This decision aligns with the council's food and drink and leisure supplementary planning guidance, which does not specifically restrict the operation of premises on Sundays.
Environmental Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 11 December 2025
The Environmental Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss a recycling update and a road user payment scheme update.
Recycling Update
The committee is scheduled to receive an update on recycling in Cardiff. The last formal report on this topic was in September 2022, when the Recycling Strategy for Cardiff 2022-2025 was scrutinised. According to the Public Reports Pack, this strategy now needs to be replaced with a revised strategy because a segregated kerbside recycling system has been rolled out to the majority of the city.
The report pack states that the 2024/25 year end performance in relation to the performance indicator 'the percentage of municipal waste collected and prepared for reuse and/or recycling' was 64.01%. The current verified 2025/26 Q1 data is 67.57%, which is better than the same period in the preceding year.
The report pack also refers to a document 'The Path to 70% statutory recycling target' which has been written by the WRAP Cymru Collaborative Change Programme team. It says that this document provides the basis for negotiations between the Council and Welsh Government on actions to support reaching the 70% recycling target. Once this has been formally agreed a new recycling strategy for the city can be finalised.
The report pack outlines the current waste collection services across the city:
- Residual Waste: Collected fortnightly in a 140L bin. This waste is sent to the Viridor Trident Park Energy from Waste facility.
- Food Waste: Collected weekly and processed at an anaerobic digestion facility operated by Welsh Water.
- Dry Recycling: Now collected using a segregated system:
- Mixed Paper & Card: Presented in a reusable blue bag, collected weekly.
- Metal, Plastic & Cartons: Presented in a reusable red bag, collected weekly.
- Glass: Presented in a redesigned caddy, collected every two weeks.
- Garden Waste: Collected every two weeks, all year round, although pause over the Christmas period.
- Absorbent Hygiene Products (AHP): Collected weekly.
Road User Payment Scheme Update
The committee is scheduled to receive an update on the proposed Road User Payment Scheme.
Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee - Friday 12 December 2025
The Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee is scheduled to meet remotely to discuss the Glamorgan Archivist's report, the proposed strategic plan, budget proposals, and fees and charges.
2026/27 Budget Proposals
The committee will consider the proposed revenue budget for 2026/27. A net budget of £900,000 is proposed, representing a freeze compared to 2025/26, and a 1.1% decrease compared to 2024/25. To maintain this budget, a drawdown of £36,205 from the general reserve is proposed.
Strategic Plan 2026-2031
The committee will be asked to approve the new strategic plan for 2026-2031. The strategic plan sets out the vision, mission statement and outcomes for the archives service for the five-year period. The vision is for the archive service to be at the heart of the cultural life of the historic county of Glamorgan.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
The Licensing Sub Committee reviewed the premises licence for Brewhouse, located at 49 St Mary Street, Cardiff, following an application for review by South Wales Police.
South Wales Police stated that Brewhouse was undermining the licensing objectives due to failures in compliance with licence conditions and a lack of due diligence. The police raised concerns about serious incidents at the premises, including assaults involving glassware, assaults by door supervisors, anti-social behaviour and sexual assaults. South Wales Police stated that the review was necessary to promote the prevention of crime and disorder and public safety.
The Sub-Committee had the power to take various actions, including modifying the licence conditions, suspending the licence, or revoking it.
Public Protection Sub Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025
The Public Protection Sub Committee of Cardiff Council met to discuss Hackney Carriage and Private Hire matters. The information was considered confidential and exempt from publication.
Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025
The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss the council's mid-year performance, correspondence, and any urgent business. A key item for discussion is the mid-year wellbeing assessment for 2025/26, prior to its consideration by the cabinet.
The report pack highlights both progress and challenges across the council's seven wellbeing objectives, including:
- Progress: The Panel Performance Assessment (PPA) concluded that Cardiff is a 'good and ambitious Council'. There has been sustained improvement in education, and effective delivery of the Striving for Excellence in Children's Services Strategy. The council is working closely with Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, and the Money Advice Team has identified nearly £10 million of additional benefit for its clients. Good progress is being made on the housing programme, and 21 parks and green spaces have been awarded Green Flags, including Llandaff Fields. Financial close was achieved on the new Multi-Purpose Indoor Arena in Cardiff Bay, and Cardiff hosted major music and sporting events. Construction of the final pipe section of the Cardiff Heat Network at Callaghan Square was completed, and the council's annual property plan was approved. There have been increases in digital interaction with citizens, and £10.7 million community wellbeing benefits have been committed within contracts and tenders.
- Challenges: The council faces challenges in ensuring service and financial resilience through a new change programme, and needs to align economic and environmental strategies. There is a need to improve performance in education, children's services, recycling, street cleansing, housing, and housing repairs. The council also faces workforce pressures.
Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
The Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss an update report and the 2025/26 month 6 monitoring position, as well as the projected outturn of the 2026/27 budget.
Appointment Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
The Appointment Committee was scheduled to convene to address candidate shortlisting for a key position, and to confirm the minutes of their previous meeting.
The main item on the agenda was to consider the shortlisting of candidates for the post of Operational Manager (OM1) Legal Services (Property, Procurement, Planning) and Deputy Monitoring Officer.
Cardiff alcohol licence debates: Public safety vs. business?
This week in Cardiff:
Licensing Decisions Spark Debate Over Public Safety and Resident Concerns
Cardiff Council's Licensing Sub Committee convened this week to consider several applications for premises licences across the city, leading to discussions about balancing business interests with public safety and the concerns of local residents. You can view the meeting details here. No video was provided.
Queen Street Premier Faces Police Opposition
Hardi Ali Fatahi's application for a premises licence at Premier, 119 Queen Street to sell alcohol was met with strong objections from South Wales Police and the Senior Licensing Enforcement Officer. Their concerns centered on the area's existing saturation of off-licences and the potential for increased crime and disorder.
- South Wales Police cited Cardiff City Council's cumulative impact policy1, arguing that the area already experiences a disproportionate amount of crime.
- The Senior Licensing Enforcement Officer highlighted that Queen Street consistently ranks among the top three locations for crime in Cardiff, despite having few pubs or bars.
24-Hour Alcohol Sales Proposed for Richards Street
Deccan Creators Ltd applied for a premises licence for Deccan Express, 123 Richards Street, seeking permission to sell alcohol 24/7. This proposal drew objections from South Wales Police, a local resident, and a local ward Councillor.
- South Wales Police initially objected but indicated they would withdraw their objection if the applicant agreed to a number of conditions, including reduced hours for alcohol sales (07:00 to 02:00), the installation of a CCTV system, and staff training.
- Other proposed conditions included a 'Challenge 25' policy2, restrictions on the display of alcohol, and a ban on the home delivery service of alcoholic beverages.
Spar Application in The Mill Raises Child Protection Concerns
A.F. Blakemore & Son Limited T/A Blakemore Retail applied for a premises licence for Spar, Units 2&3 The Mill, 220 B/C The Boulevard, seeking permission to sell alcohol. South Wales Police objected, citing concerns about crime and disorder, public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm.
- South Wales Police stated that they had presented a number of conditions to the applicant which they deemed appropriate and proportionate to the premise in order to promote and uphold the licensing objectives, but that the applicant had only agreed to four of these conditions.
- The conditions that South Wales Police sought to have implemented included the installation of a CCTV system, staff training, the operation of a 'Challenge 25' policy, and restrictions on the display of alcohol.
Community Cafe in Cathays Faces Noise Objections
Oliver Bennett applied for a premises licence for Dalton Yard, Dalton Street, seeking permission to sell alcohol for consumption on the premises. The application drew representations from South Wales Police, Pollution Control, local residents, and Councillors.
- South Wales Police initially objected but indicated they would withdraw their objection if the applicant agreed to a number of conditions, including reduced hours for licensable activities (12:00 to 22:00) and a dispersal policy.
- Pollution Control withdrew its objection after the applicant agreed to conditions relating to noise levels, waste collection, and deliveries.
- Councillor Norma Mackie, along with Councillors Sarah Merry, Chris Weaver and Ali Ahmed, objected to the application on the grounds that it would not promote the Licensing Objectives, citing concerns about increased noise, anti-social behaviour, and disruption to residents.
Upcoming Meetings
Here's a list of upcoming Cardiff Council meetings:
- Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
- Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
- Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
- Public Protection Sub Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025
- Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025
- Planning Committee - Thursday 11 December 2025
- Environmental Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 11 December 2025
- Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee - Friday 12 December 2025
- Community & Adult Services Scrutiny Committee - Monday 15 December 2025
- Economy & Culture Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 16 December 2025
- Cabinet - Thursday 18 December 2025
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A cumulative impact policy is used by licensing authorities to manage the number and types of licensed premises in a specific area. It allows the authority to restrict the granting of new licenses if there is evidence that the concentration of licensed premises is causing problems such as crime, disorder, or public nuisance. ↩
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The Challenge 25 policy encourages anyone who is over 18 but looks under 25 to carry ID (such as a passport, driving licence or PASS card) if they want to buy alcohol. ↩
Cardiff Council: Repairs Failures, Budget Gap, and Visitor Levy
This week in Cardiff:
Council Faces Scrutiny Over Repairs Backlog and Complaint Handling
Cardiff Council's Governance and Audit Committee convened this week, tackling critical issues surrounding the Adults, Housing and Communities directorate, including a damning Ombudsman report on the Responsive Repairs Unit (RRU) and a significant budget gap. You can view the meeting details here.
Ombudsman Report Exposes Catalogue of Failure
in Repairs Service
A Public Services Ombudsman Wales investigation revealed a series of failures in the RRU, spanning from 2021 to 2024, a period marked by extreme pressure
on the service. The investigation highlighted a case involving repeated failures to address a leak, leading to extensive damp and mould, and a failure to appropriately consider the tenant's health needs.
Cynghorydd Rodney Berman, Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group, described the report as horrendous,
citing a catalogue of failure, a catalogue of negligence
that put a family's health at risk.
The Ombudsman's report detailed:
- Repeated failures over four years to identify the source of a leak.
- Incorrect categorization of damp, failing to recognize the health needs of the family.
- Delays in carrying out repairs after the property was deemed unfit for human habitation.
- Failure to address repeated requests for a temporary move.
Jane Thomas, Director of Adults, Housing and Communities, acknowledged the severity of the case, stating, We are extremely sorry about the complaints,
and emphasizing the council's commitment to preventing similar incidents in the future. Thomas also noted that the council had already offered a full apology and made redress to the family before the Ombudsman's involvement.
The council is implementing a Repairs Improvement Plan, including:
- Re-skilling complaints officers.
- Weekly reviews of outstanding complaints.
- A follow-up process to ensure commitments are fulfilled.
- Improved quality monitoring of complaints.
- Recruitment of additional complaints officers.
Financial Challenges Loom with £37 Million Budget Gap
The committee also discussed a financial update, revealing a projected £37.015 million budget gap for 2026/27. This gap is driven by increased costs in children's services and pressures in other areas.
Key factors contributing to the budget gap:
- Increased external placements and care costs for children's services.
- Estimated additional costs of £57.847 million for 2026/27.
- Savings targets issued, with £22 million targeted and £18 million options identified to date.
Chris Lee, Director of Corporate Resources, noted that the council received a lower-than-average settlement from the Welsh government, further exacerbating the financial challenges.
National Fraud Initiative Uncovers Potential Discrepancies
The committee received an update from Audit Wales on the National Fraud Initiative (NFI) 2024-25, a data-matching exercise designed to detect and prevent fraud. The NFI identified 33,223 data matches for Cardiff Council, with significant numbers in council tax single person discount, creditors, and blue badges.
Nicholas Rayner from Audit Wales explained that the NFI helps prevent and detect fraud by electronically sharing and matching data sets across public sector organizations.
Other Key Discussions
- Adults, Housing and Communities Control Environment: The committee received an update on the directorate's control environment, including risk management, internal audits, and external assurance.
- Audit and Investigation Team Progress: The committee reviewed the progress of the Internal Audit and Investigation Teams, including findings from audits of schools and other council services.
- Treasury Management Mid-Year Report: The committee noted the Treasury Management Mid-Year Report 2025/26, which provides an overview of the council's treasury management activities and investments.
Council Discusses Funding and Visitor Levy
Cardiff Council met to discuss a range of issues, including funding from the UK and Welsh governments, a proposed visitor levy, and the Replacement Local Development Plan. You can view the meeting details here. No video was provided.
Concerns Raised Over UK Government Funding for Wales
Cynghorydd Rodney Berman, Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group, proposed a motion expressing concerns about the level of funding Cardiff Council receives from the Welsh government, which is dependent on the block grant from the UK government. The motion highlighted that the funding formula used by the UK government is outdated and fails to ensure that Wales receives a fair level of funding for public services.
Consultation Approved for Visitor Levy
The council approved a consultation on the introduction of a visitor levy, which would allow the council to raise funds for local tourism. The levy would be paid to the Welsh Revenue Authority and used to support the visitor economy in Wales.
Upcoming Meetings
Here's a list of upcoming Cardiff Council meetings:
- Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
- Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
- Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee - Tuesday 09 December 2025
- Public Protection Sub Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025
- Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025
- Planning Committee - Thursday 11 December 2025
- Environmental Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 11 December 2025
- Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee - Friday 12 December 2025
- Licensing Sub Committee - Wednesday 03 December 2025
Cardiff Council Housing Policy Faces Criticism Over Vulnerable Residents
This week in Cardiff:
Council Faces Criticism for Housing Policy Impacting Vulnerable Residents
Cardiff Council's Community & Adult Services Scrutiny Committee recently convened to discuss winter planning for homelessness provision and support for those with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) You can view the meeting details here. The discussions have brought to light concerns about the council's policies and their potential impact on vulnerable individuals, particularly rough sleepers.
Salvation Army Voices Concerns
Catherine Docherty, Area Operations Manager for The Salvation Army, expressed significant worry about the council's decision to only accommodate individuals with an active housing duty owed to them. In a written statement, she highlighted the potential risks to the mental and physical safety of rough sleepers without recourse or local connection, stating that the decision has:
caused significant worry for those sleeping out without recourse or local connection, and that the impact of this news has so far sparked disengagement from their staff and services.
Limited Support for NRPF Individuals
The committee heard that individuals with NRPF, a condition placed on certain individuals under UK immigration law, are not eligible for homelessness assistance or a housing allocation. While outreach services and other support are available, the lack of accommodation options raises concerns about the council's ability to protect this vulnerable population.
Council Defends its Approach
The council defended its approach, emphasizing its commitment to preventing homelessness and supporting private landlords. Officers highlighted the availability of new accommodation and partnerships with various organizations to provide support. However, the limited resources and the challenges in engaging with individuals who may not want assistance remain significant obstacles.
A Balancing Act: Duty of Care vs. Limited Resources
The discussions highlight the difficult balancing act the council faces in providing support to vulnerable individuals while managing limited resources and adhering to legal obligations. The concerns raised by The Salvation Army underscore the need for continued dialogue and collaboration to ensure that no one is left behind, especially during the harsh winter months.
Other Key Discussions
- Direct Payments: The committee received an update on the progress of direct payment proposals, which aim to empower individuals by giving them more control over their care.
- Performance Reports: The committee reviewed performance reports for Adult Social Services and Housing & Communities, highlighting both achievements and areas for improvement.
Upcoming Meetings
Here's a list of upcoming Cardiff Council meetings:
- Licensing Sub Committee - Wednesday 03 December 2025
- Governance and Audit Committee - Tuesday 25 November 2025
- Council - Thursday 27 November 2025
- Pensions Committee - Monday 24 November 2025
Cardiff debates anti-racism, air quality, and heritage protection
This week in Cardiff:
Council Grapples with Equality Strategy Amidst Concerns Over Disability Representation and Anti-Racism Efforts
Cardiff Council's Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee convened this week to dissect the council's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, sparking critical discussions on disability representation, sickness absence, and budget constraints. You can delve into the meeting details here.
EDI Strategy Under the Microscope
The committee scrutinized the council's annual progress report on its EDI Strategy, a document designed to ensure fairness and inclusion across all council services. While progress was noted in some areas, significant concerns were raised about the representation of disabled people in the workforce and the overall effectiveness of the strategy.
We know that for some group of the people experience greater inequality and face more significant barriers. This strategy is about supporting them by closing the inequality gap, removing the barrier, and promoting the good relations.
- The council's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy sets out five strategic equality objectives:
- Workforce representation
- Pay equality
- Inclusive services
- Community cohesion
- Leadership and accountability
- The overall sickness absence rate for the council is 9.8 days per employee per year, higher than the average for other local authorities in Wales.
- The council is facing significant financial challenges, due to increased demand for services, reduced funding from central government, and the rising cost of inflation.
Is Cardiff an Anti-Racist City?
A particularly contentious point arose from the strategy's stated ambition to become an anti-racist city.
This prompted a debate about whether Cardiff was currently anti-racist and what the council's role should be in addressing racism.
The anti-racist city language, that is a direct response to the anti-racist strategy published by Welsh Government. So it's a, I would say that the use of that language within the city is a direct response to a named strategy of Welsh Government.
Sickness Absence and Budget Pressures
The committee also examined sickness absence trends within the council, revealing an overall rate of 9.8 days per employee per year, exceeding the Welsh local authority average. Discussions also touched on the council's budget for the 2025/26 financial year, highlighting the significant financial challenges stemming from increased service demand, reduced government funding, and rising inflation.
Environmental Committee Eyes Air Quality and Heritage
The Environmental Scrutiny Committee addressed the Local Air Quality Annual Monitoring Report and the Local Heritage List, emphasizing the importance of environmental protection and preservation of local heritage. You can explore the meeting details here.
Breathing Easier? Air Quality Improvements and Future Strategies
The committee reviewed the 2025 Local Air Quality Management Annual Progress Report, showcasing improvements in air quality across Cardiff. However, concerns remain about the ongoing impact of air pollution on public health.
- Poor air quality is the largest environmental risk to public health in the UK, contributing to heart disease, strokes, respiratory illnesses and cancer.
- In Cardiff and Vale, air pollution contributes to an estimated 178–227 deaths annually.
- In 2024, all automatic and non-automatic monitoring sites in Cardiff met air quality objectives for nitrogen dioxide.
Protecting Cardiff's Heritage: Local Heritage List
The committee discussed the Cardiff Local Heritage List, focusing on protecting and celebrating local buildings, especially pubs, community spaces, and music venues with working-class heritage.
- The consultation took place between 24 July and 18 September 2024, and that 103 responses were received, 87 of which were supportive, 9 were neutral, and 7 were objections.
- Five buildings received objections during the consultation, and that two buildings, the Tavistock Arms and the Railway Inn, were omitted after further assessment.
- Three buildings, the Pantmawr Inn, The Roath Park, and Roath Conservative Club, were retained despite objections.
Upcoming Meetings
Here's a list of upcoming Cardiff Council meetings:
- Economy & Culture Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 18 November 2025
- Community & Adult Services Scrutiny Committee - Monday 17 November 2025
- Local Authority Governor Panel - Monday 17 November 2025
- Licensing Sub Committee - Wednesday 19 November 2025
- Licensing Committee - Wednesday 19 November 2025
- Cabinet - Thursday 20 November 2025
- Pensions Committee - Monday 24 November 2025
- Governance and Audit Committee - Tuesday 25 November 2025
- Council - Thursday 27 November 2025
Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee - Friday, 12th December, 2025 2.00 pm
The Glamorgan Archives Joint Committee is scheduled to meet remotely to discuss the Glamorgan Archivist's report, the proposed strategic plan, budget proposals, and fees and charges.
Environmental Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 4.30 pm
The Environmental Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday 11 December 2025 to discuss a recycling update and a road user payment scheme update. The committee will also review the minutes of the previous meeting and consider any urgent items. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of the way forward and the date of the next meeting.
Planning Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 10.30 am
The Cardiff Council Planning Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 11 December 2025 to discuss development management applications, including a proposal to change the use of the former Ibis Budget hotel on Tyndall Street and a proposal to vary conditions relating to a premises on Beulah Road in Rhiwbina. The committee will also look to approve the minutes of their previous meeting.
Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 4.30 pm
The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on 10 December to discuss the council's mid-year performance, correspondence, and any urgent business. A key item for discussion is the mid-year wellbeing assessment for 2025/26, prior to its consideration by the cabinet. The committee will also review previous correspondence and plan for future activities.
Public Protection Sub Committee - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 10.00 am
The Public Protection Sub Committee of Cardiff Council met on Wednesday 10 December 2025 to discuss Hackney Carriage and Private Hire matters. The Agenda Frontsheet states that the meeting was held at County Hall. Some of the information relating to Hackney Carriage and Private Hire matters was considered confidential and exempt from publication.
Remote Teams, Appointment Committee - OM1 Legal Services (Property, Planning and Procurement ) and Deputy Monitoring Officer - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 2.00 pm
The Appointment Committee - OM1 Legal Services (Property, Planning and Procurement) and Deputy Monitoring Officer was scheduled to convene to address candidate shortlisting for a key position, and to confirm the minutes of their previous meeting. Councillor Chris Weaver, Chair of the Appointment Committee, and Councillors Jayne Cowan, Grace Ferguson-Thorne, Norma Mackie, Cabinet Member for Waste, Street Scene & Environmental Services, and Jon Shimmin were listed as the members of the committee. The meeting was scheduled to take place via Teams.
Remote Meeting Teams, Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 11.00 am
The Prosiect Gwyrdd Joint Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss an update report and the 2025/26 month 6 monitoring position, as well as the projected outturn of the 2026/27 budget.
Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 4.30 pm
This meeting has been postponed.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 10.00 am
The Licensing Sub Committee of Cardiff Council convened to consider an application for the review of a premises licence. The meeting also included an opportunity to raise urgent items.
Licensing Sub Committee - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 10.00 am
The Licensing Sub Committee of Cardiff Council was scheduled to meet to consider applications for premises licences and discuss representations received in relation to those applications. Councillor Grace Ferguson-Thorne, Councillors Helen Gunter and Councillor John Lancaster (Leader of the Conservative Group) were the scheduled members of the committee. The committee was to consider applications for Dalton Yard, Deccan Express, Premier Queen Street, and Spar, The Mill.
Community & Adult Services Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 15th December, 2025 4.30 pm
Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 4.30 pm, NEW
Economy & Culture Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 4.30 pm
Appointment Committee - OM1 Legal Services (Property, Planning and Procurement ) and Deputy Monitoring Officer - Wednesday, 17th December, 2025 11.15 am
Public Protection Sub Committee - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 10.00 am