Dan Anderson

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee - Wednesday 15 April 2026 6.30 pm

The Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee met on Wednesday 15 April 2026 to discuss the status of the council's audits, approve the internal audit and corporate anti-fraud plans for the upcoming year, and review the committee's annual report. Key decisions included noting the progress of the 2025/26 audit, approving the internal audit plan for 2026/27, and approving the corporate anti-fraud plan for 2026/27.

(Extraordinary), Council - Tuesday 24 March 2026 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council adopted the Harrow Local Plan 2021-2041, a comprehensive document outlining planning policies for the borough. The adoption followed extensive debate and discussion among councillors regarding housing targets, greenbelt protection, and community consultation.

(Council Tax), Council - Thursday 26 February 2026 6.30 pm

The Council meeting on 26 February 2026 saw the approval of the borough's budget for the upcoming financial year, alongside the Corporate Plan and Housing Revenue Account. Significant debate occurred regarding council tax increases and the allocation of funds, with the budget ultimately being passed.

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee - Monday 16 February 2026 6.30 pm

The Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) met on Monday 16 February 2026 to review the Council's audited financial statements for 2024-25 and discuss the corporate and directorate risk registers. The committee received a disclaimed audit opinion on the Council's financial statements for 2024-25 due to national audit process constraints and insufficient time for auditors to complete necessary rebuilding assurance work.

Council - Thursday 27 November 2025 6.30 pm

The Council meeting on 27 November 2025 saw significant debate on national economic policy, with a motion condemning the Labour government's budget ultimately passed. Councillors also debated and voted on motions concerning the closure of police front desks and the Mayor of London's planning powers.