The Court of Common Council was scheduled to discuss proposals for improving governance efficiencies, including a framework for managing changes to officer delegations. The meeting agenda also included consideration of the City Bridge Foundation's investment strategy and the development of a new London Museum.

Governance Efficiencies and Effectiveness: Scheme of Delegations to Officers

A report was scheduled for discussion regarding a proposed framework to manage amendments to the Scheme of Delegations to Officers. This framework aims to categorise change requests based on their significance, ensuring that administrative matters are handled efficiently while more strategic changes receive appropriate scrutiny from Members and Committees. The proposal stems from a Governance Efficiencies and Effectiveness Review and an internal audit recommendation, with the goal of improving oversight and consistency in how delegated authority is managed. The framework introduces a triage model to categorise changes from typographical errors to strategically significant ones, with defined approval routes for each.

Corporate Services Committee: Policy Chairman Representation

The Court was set to consider a proposal to amend the constitution of the Corporate Services Committee. The proposed change would allow either the Chairman or a Deputy Chair of the Policy and Resources Committee to hold the ex-officio place on the Corporate Services Committee. This adjustment is intended to provide continuity of representation and flexibility, ensuring a strong link between the two committees.

The Freedom of the City

A list of applications for the Freedom of the City was scheduled for consideration. The Chamberlain's list detailed individuals seeking this honour, along with the names of their nominators.

Audit and Risk Management Committee Annual Report

The Court was to receive the Audit and Risk Management Committee's annual report, covering its activities from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. The report details the committee's work in areas such as the Annual Governance Framework, Internal Audit, Risk Management, Counter-Fraud, External Audit, and Financial Reporting. The report highlights the committee's role in providing independent challenge and oversight of the City of London Corporation's governance processes.

Legislation

A report was scheduled to be presented outlining measures introduced into Parliament that may affect the services provided by the City Corporation. This included updates on statutory instruments such as the Licensing Act 2003 (FIFA World Cup Licensing Hours) (Amendment) Order 2026 and the Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments) Regulations 2026.

Policy and Resources Committee and Finance Committee: New London Museum Project

Consideration was scheduled for a proposal relating to the New London Museum project.

City Bridge Foundation Board: Investment Strategy

The Court was to consider a proposal concerning the City Bridge Foundation's Investment Strategy.

Civic Affairs Sub-Committee: Provision of Hospitality

A proposal related to the provision of hospitality by the Civic Affairs Sub-Committee was scheduled for discussion.

Motions

Several motions were listed for consideration. These included a motion by Deputy Ann Corbett and Deputy Ceri Wilkins regarding a Ward Committee appointment taken under urgency procedures, appointing Gaby Robertshaw to replace Adam Hogg on the Planning & Transportation Committee for the Cripplegate Ward. Another motion, by Deputy Madush Gupta, proposed the appointment of Leyla Boulton to the Finance Committee. A further motion, by Deputy Henry Colthurst, suggested that the Ward of Lime Street pair with the Ward of Cornhill on the Planning & Transportation Committee.

Appointments

The meeting agenda included consideration for appointments to various boards. These were: three Members to the Board of Governors of the City of London Freemen's School, two Members to the Board of Governors of the City of London School, and three Members to the Board of Governors of the City of London School for Girls. Nominations were received for these positions.

Mayoral Engagements

The Right Honourable The Lady Mayor was scheduled to report on her recent engagements.

Policy Statement

A statement from the Chairman of the Policy and Resources Committee was to be received.

Questions

The agenda included a section for questions.

Audit and Risk Management Committee

The Court was scheduled to receive the annual report of the Audit and Risk Management Committee, detailing its activities from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.

Ballot Results

The results of a ballot taken at the previous Court meeting were to be reported.

Resolutions on Retirements, Congratulatory Resolutions, Memorials

This item was listed on the agenda.

Awards and Prizes

There was no report scheduled for this item.

Docquets for the Hospital Seal

There was no report scheduled for this item.

Exclusion of the Public

A motion was proposed by the Chief Commoner to exclude the public from the meeting for specific items of business, citing the likely disclosure of exempt information.

Non-Public Minutes

The non-public minutes of the previous meeting of the Court held on 25 June 2026 were scheduled for agreement.