Abby Shinhmar
Council: Brent
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
90 meetings · Page 1 of 18
Joint Committee of the London Boroughs of Brent, Lewisham and Southwark - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 6.30 pm
The Joint Committee of the London Boroughs of Brent, Lewisham and Southwark met on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to discuss updates on the Shared Technology Service (STS), including its performance and cybersecurity. The meeting also covered the future dates for the committee's meetings.
Joint Committee of the London Boroughs of Brent, Lewisham and Southwark - Tuesday 25 November 2025 6.00 pm
The Joint Committee of the London Boroughs of Brent, Lewisham and Southwark met to discuss the performance of the Shared Technology Service (STS), including updates on service levels, ongoing projects, and cybersecurity. Southwark Council's intention to exit the partnership was also scheduled for discussion, along with proposed revisions to the Inter Authority Agreement (IAA). The meeting was scheduled to move into a closed session to discuss a report on cyber security.
Barham Park Trust Committee - Tuesday 9 September 2025 10.00 am
The Barham Park Trust Committee met to discuss the Barham Park Estate, approve the annual report for the Barham Park Trust for 2024/25, and appoint a chair and vice-chair for the 2025-26 municipal year. Councillor Muhammed Butt was appointed as Chair and Councillor Mili Patel as Vice Chair of the Trust Committee for 2025-26. The committee also approved the annual report and accounts for 2024-25, and noted operational and strategic updates regarding the estate.
Cabinet - Monday 8 September 2025 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Brent Council met on Monday 08 September 2025, with key decisions including the approval of the relocation of Islamia Primary School to the Gwyneth Rickus site, the allocation of £8 million for Community Infrastructure Levy projects, and the continuation of the shared mortuary service with Barnet and Harrow Councils. The Cabinet also approved the next phase of the Council Homes Acquisition Programme to acquire 15 properties for temporary accommodation and agreed to withdraw from the Tri-Borough leisure contract procurement to establish a standalone procurement for Vale Farm Sports Centre.
Cabinet - Monday 28 July 2025 10.00 am
The Brent Council cabinet met on 28 July 2025 and made decisions on a number of key issues, including approving the amalgamation of two schools, addressing financial challenges, and investing in public infrastructure. The cabinet approved recommendations relating to the 2024/25 financial outturn, the medium-term financial outlook, and the Q1 financial forecast for 2025/26. They also approved a plan to allocate Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy (SCIL) funding to improve highways, parks, and CCTV, and agreed to seek tenders for electric vehicle charging points.
Decisions from Meetings
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Authority to Award the contract for the provision of Integrated Treatment, Recovery Wellbeing and Substance Misuse Service
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 12 November 2024 10.00 am - November 12, 2024
...to directly award VIA Community Ltd a contract for 1 year and 4 months to continue providing the Integrated Treatment, Recovery Wellbeing and Substance Misuse Service.
Recommendations Approved
Statement of Gambling Principles
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 12 November 2024 10.00 am - November 12, 2024
...to refer the draft revised Statement of Gambling Principles (31 January 2025 – 31 January 2028) to the Full Council on 18 November 2024 for formal adoption, fulfilling legal requirements.
Recommmend Forward to Council
Authority to Invite Tenders in Respect of Appointing Charging Point Operator(s) to Supply, Install, Operate and Maintain Electric Vehicle Charging Points on Behalf of Brent in Relation to the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Funding
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 12 November 2024 10.00 am - November 12, 2024
...to accept LEVI funding from OZEV, collaboratively procure a Charge Point Operator with five other boroughs, designate Hammersmith and Fulham as the lead authority for the procurement, and delegate authority to award a fifteen-year contract for on-street electric vehicle charge points.
Recommendations Approved
Staples Corner Growth Area Masterplan and Design Code Supplementary Planning Document
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 12 November 2024 10.00 am - November 12, 2024
...to approve the Staples Corner Growth Area Masterplan and Design Code Supplementary Planning Document for adoption, subject to minor edits.
Recommendations Approved
Draft Budget 2025/26
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 12 November 2024 10.00 am - November 12, 2024
...to approve consulting on the draft budget proposals for 2025/26, including a potential 4.99% Council Tax increase, and to endorse the consultation, scrutiny, and equalities approach.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 90
Average per Month: 2.0
Decisions Recorded: 211