Councillor Ameet Jogia MBE
Email: ameet.jogia@harrow.gov.uk
Council: Harrow
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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Across his council service, Ameet Jogia MBE has consistently focused on road safety and local governance, with a pronounced emphasis on these areas in recent years, particularly in 2025. His role as Chair of the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel (Tarsap) has been a central platform for his work, a position he held through 2024 and continued to actively lead in 2025. In 2025, his chairmanship of Tarsap was instrumental in driving forward the Rayners Lane Town Centre scheme. He meticulously reviewed red route proposals and championed solutions to tackle congestion and parking challenges, advocating for improvements like enhanced service roads and designated loading bays. A key aspect of his approach in 2025 was his nuanced perspective on parking enforcement, emphasizing officer discretion and the importance of understanding context, as evidenced by his statement,
with the ultimate goal of minimizing Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs).
very obvious if someone is helping someone to get out or just letting them get out so that they can leave the vehicle or get in the vehicle,
His responsibilities expanded in 2025 with his role as a Non-Executive Cabinet Member, where he demonstrated his commitment to fiscal responsibility by voting in favour of the Final Revenue Budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy. He also proactively declared a non-pecuniary interest in the Local Electric Vehicle (LEVI) Fund, showcasing transparency regarding his personal circumstances. While he was a consistent presence in Tarsap meetings, signing minutes and guiding discussions, he was noted as absent from one Cabinet meeting in 2025.
In 2024, his foundational work in road safety was evident through his chairmanship of Tarsap, where he formally signed minutes from multiple meetings, indicating a steady hand in overseeing the panel's proceedings. He also acknowledged contributions from others, such as Mr. Anthony Wood. The transition to a Non-Executive Cabinet Member role in December 2024 further solidified his involvement in broader council decision-making.
Overall, Ameet Jogia MBE's priorities appear to have evolved from consistent engagement in road safety initiatives to a more encompassing role in strategic financial planning and nuanced policy implementation, particularly concerning traffic management and local business support. His most significant recent contributions lie in his active leadership of the Rayners Lane Town Centre scheme and his thoughtful approach to parking enforcement in 2025. A consistent theme throughout his service is his dedication to improving local infrastructure and ensuring effective governance.
Yearly Activity Timeline
Throughout 2025, Ameet Jogia MBE demonstrated consistent engagement in council activities, particularly in his roles as Chair of the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel (Tarsap) and as a Non-Executive Cabinet Member. A key focus of his involvement was the Rayners Lane Town Centre scheme, where he actively chaired Tarsap meetings, reviewed red route proposals, and emphasized the importance of resolving congestion and parking issues. He advocated for innovative solutions, including improved service roads and designated loading bays, aiming to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians while supporting local businesses. Jogia MBE stressed the need for officers to exercise judgment in enforcing parking regulations, stating,
with the ideal outcome being no Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs). He also voted in favour of the Final Revenue Budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy, and declared a non-pecuniary interest in the Local Electric Vehicle (LEVI) Fund due to owning an electric vehicle. While he chaired several Tarsap meetings and signed minutes, he was marked as absent from one Cabinet meeting.
very obvious if someone is helping someone to get out or just letting them get out so that they can leave the vehicle or get in the vehicle,
Monthly Activity in 2025
Ameet Jogia MBE attended the Council meeting on November 27, 2025. However, the available information does not indicate any specific statements or actions taken by him during the meeting.
Meetings in November 2025
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In October 2025, Ameet Jogia MBE chaired the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel meeting on October 15th. In this capacity, he signed the minutes from previous meetings and acknowledged the work of officers on the Rayners Lane Town Centre scheme during a special meeting on September 29th. He was marked as absent from the Harrow Council Cabinet meeting on October 30th.
Meetings in October 2025
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In September 2025, Ameet Jogia MBE was active in council meetings, notably chairing the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel (Tarsap) on September 29th. During this meeting, he welcomed other council members and emphasized the Tarsap's crucial role in reviewing the red route proposal before any Cabinet decision. He highlighted the challenge he set for officers to resolve congestion and double parking issues in Rainers Lane, praising their innovative proposal.
Jogia MBE identified the inability to enforce parking with CCTV since 2015 as a significant cause of problems, describing observed traffic violations as horrendous to watch.
He advocated for improved service roads and stressed the necessity of loading bays for the scheme's success, expressing hope that it would enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians while acknowledging potential unintended consequences. He suggested early hours for Sainsbury's loading operations and believed the red route would bring certainty and predictability to loading and unloading, ultimately supporting businesses through increased parking turnover and delivery reliability. Jogia MBE advised officers to exercise judgment when issuing fines, stating, > very obvious if someone is helping someone to get out or just letting them get out so that they can leave the vehicle or get in the vehicle,
and that the ideal outcome is to issue no PCNs. He and the Leader of the Council concluded the meeting by thanking the officers, and the panel unanimously agreed on the recommendations. Earlier in the month, Jogia MBE was present at a Cabinet meeting on September 16th as a Non-Executive Cabinet Member, with no recorded statements or actions. He was also noted as a reserve member for the Licensing and General Purposes Committee at the Council meeting on September 18th.
Meetings in September 2025
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During July 2025, Councillor Ameet Jogia MBE chaired the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel meeting on July 7th. In his capacity as Chair, he formally signed the minutes of the previous meeting, confirming them as a correct record.
Meetings in July 2025
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During May 2025, Ameet Jogia MBE was active in two council meetings. On May 15th, they attended the Council meeting and voted in favour of the Final Revenue Budget 2025-26 and Medium Term Financial Strategy to 2027-28. On May 19th, at the Cabinet meeting, Ameet Jogia MBE declared a non-pecuniary interest in the Local Electric Vehicle (LEVI) Fund due to owning an electric vehicle, stating they would remain in the room for the discussion and vote.
Meetings in May 2025
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During April 2025, Ameet Jogia MBE attended the Cabinet meeting on Thursday, April 10th, in his capacity as a Non-Executive Cabinet Member. No specific statements or actions were recorded for him during this meeting.
Meetings in April 2025
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During March 2025, Ameet Jogia MBE served as the Chair of the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel meeting on March 5th. He was also present as a Non-Executive Cabinet Member at the Cabinet meeting on March 13th. No specific statements or actions were recorded for him in either meeting.
Meetings in March 2025
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In February 2025, Councillor Ameet Jogia MBE was absent from the Cabinet meeting on February 20th, with apologies received on his behalf. At the Council meeting on February 27th, he was present and, as Chair of the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel, >expressed the Panel's gratitude to Anthony Wood for his 30 years of service as an Adviser.
He also spoke in appreciation of Councillor Marilyn Ashton’s service.
Meetings in February 2025
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Councillor Ameet Jogia MBE attended the Employees' Consultative Forum meeting on January 22, 2025. He had previously apologized for his absence at the meeting held on September 19, 2024. The available documentation does not indicate any specific statements or actions taken by Councillor Jogia during the January meeting.
Meetings in January 2025
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Extraordinary, Council - Tuesday 24 March 2026 6.30 pm
The Council of Harrow Council is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 24 March 2026. The primary item on the agenda is the potential adoption of the Harrow Local Plan 2021-2041. Mr Tilak Parekh, Scholar of Hindu Theology, will open the meeting with Prayers.
Cabinet - Thursday 19 March 2026 6.30 pm
The Cabinet of Harrow Council is scheduled to consider several significant reports, including updates on flood alleviation schemes, a shared mortuary service, and a four-year capital investment programme for housing.
(Council Tax), Council - Thursday 26 February 2026 6.30 pm
The Council meeting scheduled for Thursday 26 February 2026 was set to address a range of significant financial and strategic matters, including the Corporate Plan, the Revenue Budget, and the Housing Revenue Account. The meeting's agenda also included discussions on procedural motions, petitions, and public questions.
Decisions from Meetings
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Adoption of a Council Tax Hardship Policy for 2025-2026 to mitigate impacts of CTS Scheme changes
From: Cabinet - Thursday 20 February 2025 6.30 pm - February 20, 2025
... to mitigate the impacts of changes to the Council Tax Support scheme, the Cabinet adopted a Council Tax Hardship Policy for 2025-2026, which includes both assessing individual applications for hardship reductions and providing automatic support to certain classes of households affected by the changes.
Recommendations Approved
Leisure Management Contract Extension
From: Cabinet - Thursday 20 February 2025 6.30 pm - February 20, 2025
...to extend the Tri-Borough leisure contract with Everyone Active for six months, until February 28, 2026, and authorized further extensions if needed for the completion of the leisure management contractor procurement.
Recommendations Approved
Grange Farm Estate Regeneration Phase 2a
From: Cabinet - Thursday 20 February 2025 6.30 pm - February 20, 2025
...to endorse the progress of Phase 2A of the Grange Farm Estate regeneration, approve the commencement of procurement for a construction contractor, and note the ongoing procurement of a demolition contractor, all to deliver up to 50 affordable homes and meet funding deadlines.
Recommendations Approved
Draft Capital Programme 2025-26 to 2027-28
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 17 December 2024 6.30 pm - December 17, 2024
...to note the Draft Capital Programme for 2025/26 to 2027/28, the outcomes of the 2024/25 Capital Programme review, and the draft proposal of new capital projects, with the final version of the Capital Programme to be presented to Cabinet in February 2025 for recommendation to Council.
Recommendations Approved
Revenue & Capital Budget Monitoring Report Q2 2024-25
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 17 December 2024 6.30 pm - December 17, 2024
...to note the forecast revenue and capital outturn positions for 2024-25, approve amendments to the Capital Programme, note the Council's Trading Update and Right to Buy receipts position, and approve further spending for the Harrow Strategic Development Partnership.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 37
Average per Month: 1.5
Decisions Recorded: 120