Alessandro Georgiou

Economy, Culture and Skills Committee Committee Member

Economy, Culture and Skills Committee - Wednesday 4 February 2026 10.00 am

The Economy, Culture and Skills Committee met on Wednesday 4 February 2026 to discuss the role and advantages of community banks, also known as credit unions, in London's economy. The committee heard that community banks offer a more personal and community-focused service compared to mainstream banks, with a strong emphasis on financial inclusion and supporting vulnerable individuals. Key advantages highlighted included their not-for-profit, member-owned structure, which ensures profits are reinvested into services or returned to the community, fostering trust and long-term financial resilience for members.

London Assembly (Plenary) Committee Member

Draft Budget, London Assembly (Plenary) - Thursday 29 January 2026 10.00 am

The London Assembly Plenary meeting scheduled for Thursday 29 January 2026 was set to focus primarily on the Mayor of London's draft Consolidated Budget for 2026-27. The Assembly was scheduled to consider the Mayor's proposals, receive responses from the Budget and Performance Committee, and engage in a question and answer session with the Mayor. Additionally, the meeting was to address future Assembly meetings and the date of the next scheduled session.

Budget and Performance Committee Committee Member

Budget and Performance Committee - Monday 26 January 2026 10.00 am

The Budget and Performance Committee of the Greater London Authority Council met on Monday 26 January 2026 to discuss the 2026-27 Greater London Authority Group Budget. Key discussions included the budget proposals for the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) and Transport for London (TfL), as well as the overall financial health and work programme of the committee. The committee also reviewed payments made over £250 and noted actions taken under delegated authority.

GLA Oversight Committee Committee Member

GLA Oversight Committee - Wednesday 21 January 2026 2.00 pm

The GLA Oversight Committee met on Wednesday 21 January 2026 to discuss preparations for the 2028 Mayor of London and London Assembly Elections, review the Greater London Authority's (GLA) budget, and consider the Oxford Street Development Corporation (OSDC) shared services arrangements. The Committee also discussed the London New Year's Eve Fireworks Event and the GLA Oversight Committee's work programme.

London Assembly (Mayor's Question Time) Committee Member

London Assembly (Mayor's Question Time) - Thursday 15 January 2026 10.00 am

The London Assembly convened for Mayor's Question Time, addressing a wide array of issues including housing, transport, policing, and environmental concerns. Key decisions included the confirmation of Keith Morgan CBE as the Chair of the London Legacy Development Corporation and the agreement to accept written answers for future questions to allow more time for budget discussions.