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General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Monday, 18 May 2026 - 6.30 pm

May 18, 2026 at 6:30 pm General Purposes and Licensing Committee View on council website

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The General Purposes and Licensing Committee of Bromley Council met on Monday 18 May 2026. The meeting's agenda focused on the structure and membership of the council's sub-committees.

Proportionality of Sub-Committees

The committee was scheduled to consider the proportionality of its sub-committees. This involves ensuring that the political balance of these smaller groups reflects the overall composition of the main committee and the council.

Members of Sub-Committees

Discussions were planned regarding the appointment of members to various sub-committees. This process is crucial for the effective functioning of the council, as sub-committees often handle detailed work and make recommendations on specific areas of council business.

Appointment of Chairmen and Vice-Chairmen of Committees

The meeting was also set to address the appointment of chairmen and vice-chairmen for committees. These roles are vital for leading meetings, guiding discussions, and ensuring that proceedings are conducted efficiently and in accordance with council procedures.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Harry Stranger
Councillor Harry Stranger Conservative St Mary Cray
Profile image for Councillor Pauline Tunnicliffe
Councillor Pauline Tunnicliffe Chairman, General Purposes & Licensing Committee Conservative Orpington
Profile image for Councillor Mike Jack
Councillor Mike Jack Chislehurst Matters Chislehurst
Profile image for Councillor Simon Jeal
Councillor Simon Jeal Labour Group Leader Labour Penge and Cator
Profile image for Councillor Alexa Michael
Councillor Alexa Michael Chairman, Development Control Committee Conservative Hayes and Coney Hall
Profile image for Councillor Tony Owen
Councillor Tony Owen Chairman, Renewal, Recreation & Housing PDS Committee and Vice-Chairman, Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 Conservative Petts Wood and Knoll
Profile image for Councillor Sam Webber
Councillor Sam Webber Deputy Leader, Liberal Democrat Group Liberal Democrats Bromley Town
Profile image for Councillor Sumeet Jalan
Councillor Sumeet Jalan Local Conservatives Chelsfield
Profile image for Councillor Daniel Burden
Councillor Daniel Burden Local Conservatives West Wickham
Profile image for Councillor Sheri Isa
Councillor Sheri Isa Local Conservatives Farnborough & Crofton
Profile image for Councillor Chris Phillips
Councillor Chris Phillips Local Conservatives Kelsey & Eden Park
Profile image for Councillor Kathy Bance MBE
Councillor Kathy Bance MBE Labour Penge and Cator
Profile image for Councillor Hannah Gray
Councillor Hannah Gray Conservative West Wickham
Profile image for Councillor Steve James
Councillor Steve James Reform UK Biggin Hill
Profile image for Councillor Simon Innes
Councillor Simon Innes Local Conservatives Bromley Common & Holwood

Topics

Bromley Council Proportionality of Sub-Committees Members of Sub-Committees Appointment of Chairmen and Vice-Chairmen of Committees

Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet Monday 18-May-2026 18.30 General Purposes and Licensing Committee.pdf

Reports Pack

Public reports pack Monday 18-May-2026 18.30 General Purposes and Licensing Committee.pdf

Additional Documents

Printed minutes Monday 18-May-2026 18.30 General Purposes and Licensing Committee.pdf