Councillor Alison Holt
Email: Alison.Holt@kingston.gov.uk
Council: Kingston upon Thames
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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Alison Holt's council service across multiple years reveals a consistent engagement with community well-being and economic development, with a notable shift towards more focused, albeit less publicly documented, recent activity.
In earlier years, particularly 2024 and 2025, Holt demonstrated a strong commitment to financial oversight and strategic planning. As Portfolio Holder for Communities, Leisure and Economic Development in 2025, she was instrumental in shaping the council's economic future, contributing a foreword to Kingston's New Economic Development Strategy. Her involvement in the Pension Fund Panel in 2024, proposing a report on significant changes to the Pension Statement of accounts, highlights a dedication to fiscal responsibility. She also actively participated in discussions on broader council funding challenges, voting in favor of key asks from the new government regarding England's councils in funding crisis.
Her role as Vice Chair of the Senior Staff Panel and Co-Chair of the Place Committee in 2025 indicates a significant leadership presence, though specific contributions in these capacities were not always detailed. During this period, she also actively represented Surbiton Hill Ward at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee, advocating for local initiatives like Christmas tree funding and raising pertinent questions about the effectiveness of traffic calming measures on Surbiton Hill Road, demonstrating a direct engagement with constituent concerns.
In the most recent year, 2026, Alison Holt's recorded activity is minimal, limited to her attendance at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting in January. While her presence is noted, there is no specific record of her saying or doing anything during this meeting. This contrasts with the more detailed accounts of her involvement in previous years, suggesting a potential shift towards a more observational or less publicly vocal role in her most recent council engagement.
Key Themes and Priorities:
- Economic Development and Financial Oversight: A consistent theme across her service, evident in her roles and specific actions related to economic strategy and pension fund management.
- Community Engagement and Local Issues: Demonstrated through her representation of Surbiton Hill Ward and her focus on local initiatives and resident concerns.
- Leadership and Strategic Planning: Her positions as Vice Chair and Co-Chair, along with her foreword for the economic strategy, point to a strategic and leadership-oriented approach.
Evolution of Focus: While her earlier years show active participation in strategic discussions and local advocacy, her most recent recorded activity in 2026 is limited to attendance. This could indicate a transition to a more behind-the-scenes role, a reduced workload, or simply a period where her specific contributions were not formally documented.
Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years): In 2025, her active representation of Surbiton Hill Ward and advocacy for local issues, alongside her leadership roles, were significant. In 2024, her contribution to Kingston's New Economic Development Strategy and her proactive approach to pension fund oversight stand out.
Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest: Alison Holt consistently demonstrates an interest in the financial health and strategic direction of the council, coupled with a commitment to representing and addressing the needs of her local community.
Yearly Activity Timeline
During 2026, Alison Holt's recorded activity was limited to her presence at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting in January. There is no indication of her saying or doing anything specific during this meeting.
Monthly Activity in 2026
There is no record of Alison Holt saying or doing anything during the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on January 20, 2026.
Meetings in January 2026
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Throughout 2025, Alison Holt was actively involved in various council capacities, serving as Vice Chair of the Senior Staff Panel, Co-Chair of the Place Committee, and Portfolio Holder for Communities, Leisure and Economic Development. She represented Surbiton Hill Ward at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee, where she advocated for local initiatives such as Christmas tree funding and raised concerns about traffic calming measures on Surbiton Hill Road, questioning their effectiveness and impact on residents. Holt also participated in the Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education, identifying herself as Deputy Leader of the Council in July. While her attendance was noted in several meetings, specific contributions were not always recorded, particularly in her roles on the Place Committee and Senior Staff Panel.
Monthly Activity in 2025
During December 2025, Alison Holt attended the Senior Staff Panel meeting on December 16th in her role as Vice Chair. Her attendance at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on December 9th was also noted, though no specific contributions were recorded for either meeting.
Meetings in December 2025
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During November 2025, Alison Holt sent her apologies for absence from the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting held on November 4th.
Meetings in November 2025
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In October 2025, Alison Holt sent apologies for absence from the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on October 9th. She was also a member of the Local Authority Representatives Group D on the Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) and attended the Senior Staff Panel meeting on October 24th in her capacity as a Member of the Committee and Vice Chair of the Senior Staff Panel. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her in the provided documents for the SACRE and Senior Staff Panel meetings.
Meetings in October 2025
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During September 2025, Alison Holt, representing Surbiton Hill Ward at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on September 9th, advocated for the allocation of award funding for Christmas trees, noting strong local business and resident interest. She also raised specific concerns about traffic calming measures on Surbiton Hill Road, questioning the size of proposed Christmas trees and exploring alternatives to speed cushions for traffic islands to mitigate noise and vibration for residents. She sought clarification on the overall objectives and effectiveness of these measures. Alison Holt also served as Co-Chair for the Place Committee meeting on September 18th, though no specific actions or statements from her were recorded in the provided report pack.
Meetings in September 2025
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During July 2025, Councillor Alison Holt participated in two council meetings. On July 7th, at the Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education, she introduced herself as the Councillor for Servicing Hill ward and Deputy Leader of the Council. On July 15th, at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting, she identified herself as the representative for Surbiton Hill ward, stating,
Good evening, I'm councillor Alison Holt and I represent Surbiton Hill ward.
Meetings in July 2025
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During June 2025, Alison Holt attended the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on June 10th as a representative for Surbiton Hill Ward. She was noted as having apologies for absence from the Place Committee meeting on June 24th, where she holds the position of Co-Chair.
Meetings in June 2025
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During March 2025, Councillor Alison Holt served as Co-Chair of the Place Committee and as the Portfolio Holder for Communities, Leisure and Economic Development. In her role, she was consulted on the recommendation for the Executive Director Place to enter into a Development Management Agreement for the new leisure centre project.
Meetings in March 2025
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During February 2025, Alison Holt attended two Senior Staff Panel meetings on February 10th and February 20th in her role as Vice Chair. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her in the provided meeting minutes.
Meetings in February 2025
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In 2024, Alison Holt was actively involved in council meetings, demonstrating a focus on financial oversight and economic development. In September, she attended the People Committee meeting, voting to approve charges for appointeeship services. She also proposed an amendment at the Pension Fund Panel requiring a report on significant changes to the 2023-24 Pension Statement of accounts. As Portfolio Holder for Communities, Leisure and Economic Development, she delivered a foreword for Kingston's New Economic Development Strategy report. In December, she voted in favor of the motion England's Councils in Funding Crisis - Key Asks from the New Government.
Monthly Activity in 2024
During December 2024, Alison Holt participated in one council meeting. In the meeting on December 12th, she voted in favour of the motion England's Councils in Funding Crisis - Key Asks from the New Government
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Meetings in December 2024
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Alison Holt, Councillor for Surbiton Hill Ward, attended the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on October 10, 2024. However, there is no record of her speaking or taking any specific actions during the meeting.
Meetings in October 2024
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During September 2024, Alison Holt was active in several council meetings. She attended the People Committee meeting on September 17th as a substitute and voted in favor of approving charges for appointeeship services. On September 18th, at the Pension Fund Panel, Councillor Holt proposed an amendment requiring a report on any significant changes to the 2023-24 Pension Statement of accounts. Later, on September 24th, as the Portfolio Holder for Communities, Leisure and Economic Development, she delivered a foreword for the Kingston's New Economic Development Strategy report at the Place Committee meeting.
Meetings in September 2024
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Councillor Alison Holt, representing the Surbiton Hill Ward, was a member of the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee and attended the meeting on July 16, 2024. However, there is no record of her speaking or taking any specific actions during that meeting.
Meetings in July 2024
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Online Meeting, Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education - Monday 8 June 2026 6:30 pm
Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday 17 March 2026 7:30 pm
The Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee is scheduled to consider proposals for addressing parking and access issues on Verona Drive, and to review objections to an experimental traffic management order on Ewell Road. The committee will also discuss allocations from the Councillor Ward Funding programme.
Place Committee - Thursday, 12 March 2026 - 7:30 pm
The Place Committee of Kingston upon Thames Council met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss a revised Abandoned Vehicle Policy and the Council Delivery Plan for 2026/27. The meeting also included a review of the Local Development Scheme and plans for electric vehicle infrastructure.
Budget Council, Council - Thursday 26 February 2026 8:00 pm
The Kingston upon Thames Council convened for a Budget Council meeting on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to discuss and potentially approve the financial strategy and detailed budget for the upcoming years. Key items on the agenda included the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026-2030 and the detailed budget for 2026/27, alongside the Capital Strategy and Treasury Strategy. The meeting also scheduled discussions on the Statement of Licensing Policy, a determination of a complaint against Councillor Kamala Kugan, and a review of political proportionality on Council bodies.
Decisions from Meetings
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Kingston to New Malden Cycle Route Development and Funding Arrangements
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 12 November 2024 7:30 pm - November 12, 2024
Recommendations Approved
Proposed Local Implementation Plan (LIP) Programme 2025/26 - 2027/28
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 12 November 2024 7:30 pm - November 12, 2024
Recommendations Approved
Kingston District Heat Network - Commercial Delivery Update and Proposed Change
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 12 November 2024 7:30 pm - November 12, 2024
...to progress the Kingston District Heat Network (KDHN) project, the committee approved exploring a partnership with a private district heat network investor (Option C) while continuing work with Thames Water, and directed that a full business case and delivery strategy for Option C be developed for future approval.
Recommendations Approved
Gambling Act 2005 - Review of Statement of Licensing Policy and Principles - Recommendations of the Licensing Committee
From: Council - Tuesday 15 October 2024 7:30 pm - October 15, 2024
Decision made
Appointments of Members to Committees, Panels and other bodies
From: Council - Tuesday 15 October 2024 7:30 pm - October 15, 2024
...to Committees, Panels and other bodies be approved, resulting in several member replacements and appointments, including Councillor Kamala Kugan replacing Councillor James Giles on the Corporate and Resources Committee, and Councillor James Giles replacing Councillor Yvonne Tracey on the Place Committee.
No
Summary
Meetings Attended: 59
Average per Month: 2.4
Decisions Recorded: 90