Alison Holt - Councillor for Kingston upon Thames (Surbiton Hill Ward)

Councillor Alison Holt

Liberal Democrat Surbiton Hill Ward Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Economic Development & Co-Chair - Place Committee

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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
Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday 20 January 2026 7:30 pm - 20 January 2026

There is no record of Alison Holt saying or doing anything in the provided documents for the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on 2026-01-20.

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee Member

Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 7:30 pm

The Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday 24 February 2026 was set to discuss community grants, an update on the Seething Wells Filter Beds, and the council's work programme. The meeting also included provisions for public questions and petitions.

February 24, 2026, 7:30 pm
Place Committee Co-Chair

Place Committee - Thursday 5 February 2026 7:30 pm

The Place Committee meeting scheduled for 5 February 2026 was set to discuss the council's financial strategy, including the Medium Term Financial Strategy and the detailed budget for 2026/27. Other key items on the agenda included proposals for highway maintenance, street lighting, and the development of the Local Plan. The committee was also scheduled to consider motions referred from the Council concerning the over-concentration of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and the Vehicle Crossover Policy.

February 05, 2026, 7:30 pm
Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education Member

Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education - Monday 2 February 2026 6:45 pm

The Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) meeting scheduled for 2 February 2026 was set to discuss a proposed Code of Conduct for its members and review updated national guidance on Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE). The council was also scheduled to receive updates on various SACRE activities and national developments in Religious Education.

February 02, 2026, 6:45 pm
Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee Member

Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday 20 January 2026 7:30 pm

The Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee was scheduled to discuss planned highway maintenance and street lighting programmes for the upcoming year, review the Surbiton Neighbourhood Community Plan, and consider a planning application for a property conversion. The meeting also included time for public questions and petitions.

January 20, 2026, 7:30 pm
Senior Staff Panel Vice-Chair

Senior Staff Panel - Tuesday 16 December 2025 10:30 am

The Senior Staff Panel of Kingston upon Thames Council met on Tuesday 16 December 2025. The primary item scheduled for discussion was the interview process for the appointment of a new Director of Finance. The meeting was scheduled to begin in public, with the possibility of excluding the press and public for certain agenda items.

December 16, 2025

Summary

Meetings Attended: 58

Average per Month: 2.4

Decisions Recorded: 90