The Court of Common Council was scheduled to discuss a range of governance and policy matters, including a proposed framework for managing changes to officer delegations, an amendment to the constitution of the Corporate Services Committee, and applications for the Freedom of the City. The meeting's agenda also included reports from the Audit and Risk Management Committee and the City Remembrancer, as well as motions concerning committee appointments and a proposal for the New London Museum project.

Governance Efficiencies and Effectiveness: Scheme of Delegations to Officers

A key item scheduled for discussion was a proposal from the Policy and Resources Committee regarding a Draft Framework for Managing Changes to the Scheme of Delegations to Officers. This framework aims to establish a structured process for handling amendments to the Scheme of Delegations to Officers, which outlines which officers have the authority to make specific decisions. The report noted that the current process had identified weaknesses in oversight and consistency, and the proposed framework seeks to triage change requests to ensure efficient handling of administrative issues while maintaining scrutiny for more strategic changes. The Court was asked to approve this framework, which is intended to enhance governance arrangements, mitigate risks associated with uncontrolled changes to delegated powers, and improve transparency.

Corporate Services Committee: Policy Chairman Representation

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

The Freedom of the City

Applications for the Freedom of the City were to be considered. The Chamberlain presented a list of individuals who had applied to be admitted to this honour.

Motions on Committee Appointments

Several motions concerning committee appointments were scheduled for discussion. These included a motion to note a Ward Committee appointment made under urgency procedures, appointing Gaby Robertshaw to the Planning & Transportation Committee. Another motion proposed the appointment of Leyla Boulton to the Finance Committee. A further motion sought to pair the Ward of Lime Street with the Ward of Cornhill on the Planning & Transportation Committee.

Audit and Risk Management Committee Annual Report

The Court was to receive the Annual Report of the Audit and Risk Management Committee, covering its activities from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. This 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 highlighted the committee's role in providing independent challenge and oversight of the City of London Corporation's risk management, internal control, and financial reporting frameworks.

Legislation Report

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

New London Museum Project

A proposal relating to the New London Museum project was listed for consideration by the Policy and Resources Committee and the Finance Committee.

City Bridge Foundation Board Investment Strategy

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

Civic Affairs Sub-Committee Hospitality Provision

A proposal relating to the provision of hospitality by the Civic Affairs Sub-Committee was also on the agenda.

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.

Appointments to School Governing Boards

The Court was to consider appointments to the Board of Governors of the City of London Freemen's School, the Board of Governors of the City of London School, and the Board of Governors of the City of London School for Girls.

Other Business

The agenda also included items such as agreeing the minutes of the previous meeting, considering questions, ballot results, resolutions on retirements, congratulatory resolutions, memorials, awards and prizes, and docquets for the Hospital Seal. A motion was also scheduled to exclude the public from the meeting for certain items of business, followed by the consideration of non-public minutes.