The Hanworth Area Forum was scheduled to discuss a range of local issues, including updates from community groups, progress on the Hanworth Area Action Plan, and an open forum for public questions. The meeting was also set to include a marketplace showcasing council services and community groups.

Friends of the River Crane Update

The forum was scheduled to receive an update from the Friends of the River Crane, a group dedicated to the conservation and improvement of the River Crane and its surrounding environment.

Butts Farm Engagement

An update was scheduled regarding engagement activities related to Butts Farm. This likely pertains to community involvement or consultation concerning the future of the Butts Farm site.

Hanworth Area Action Plan

The meeting was set to review progress on the Hanworth Area Action Plan. This plan outlines key initiatives and priorities for the Hanworth area, and the discussion would focus on the progress made in implementing these actions.

Open Forum for Questions from the Public

A significant portion of the meeting was allocated for an open forum, allowing residents to ask questions of the council. Based on previous meetings, topics raised by the public have included concerns about e-bike bay locations, abandoned e-bikes, street maintenance, bus services, road safety measures, and the promotion of area forum events.

The report pack indicates that questions raised in the open forum in previous meetings have led to follow-up actions, such as referrals to Transport for London (TfL) for bus route reviews or investigations into the cleanliness of specific roads like the M3 slip road. Enforcement of road safety measures has also been a point of discussion, with the understanding that this is primarily a matter for the police.

Market Place

Prior to the formal meeting, a marketplace was scheduled to run from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This event was intended to provide a platform for council services and community groups to engage with residents, share information, and recruit support.

The meeting was scheduled to be attended by Councillor Richard Foote (Chair), Councillor Bishnu Gurung, Councillor Allan Joseph, Councillor Noor Kaleem, and Councillor Farah Kamran.

The public reports pack for this meeting can be found at Public reports pack Tuesday 23-Jan-2024 19.30 Hanworth Area Forum.