Councillor June Baxter

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 18 February 2026 6.30 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Harrow Council met on Wednesday 18 February 2026 to discuss the Workforce Development Programme and Long-Term Agency Workforce Arrangements, the Corporate Plan and Flagship Actions for 2026/27, and the Final Revenue Budget 2026/27 and Medium-Term Financial Strategy to 2028/29. Key decisions included noting the report on workforce development and agency arrangements, recommending the Corporate Plan and Flagship Actions for 2026/27 to the Council for approval, and recommending the Final Revenue Budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy for 2026/27 to 2028/29 to the Council for approval.

Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel - Thursday 5 February 2026 6.30 pm

The Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel (TARSAP) of Harrow Council met on Thursday 5 February 2026 to discuss a range of traffic and road safety matters. Key discussions included public questions on road safety and speed limits, the review of petitions received from residents, updates on the annual parking programme, and progress on various traffic and active travel schemes across the borough. Decisions were made regarding the progression of several petitions and updates were provided on ongoing traffic and safety initiatives.

Licensing Panel - Thursday 15 January 2026 7.30 pm

The Licensing Panel of Harrow Council met on Thursday 15 January 2026 and granted a new premises licence for Obi Express, located at 2 Handel Parade, Whitchurch Lane, Edgware, Harrow, HA8 6LD. The decision followed a hearing to consider an application for the sale of alcohol for off-premises consumption.

Licensing Panel - Thursday 15 January 2026 6.30 pm

The Licensing Panel of Harrow Council met on Thursday 15 January 2026 and rejected an application for a new premises licence for Rileys Sports Limited at 399 Northolt Road, Harrow. The applicant failed to attend the hearing, and the panel decided to proceed with the rejection based on the objections raised by the police and the Licensing Authority.

(Special), Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 13 January 2026 6.30 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Harrow Council held a question and answer session with the Leader of the Council, Councillor Paul Osborn, and the Managing Director, Alex, to discuss the council's financial position, budget, and ongoing service delivery. Key topics included the council's financial health, plans to bridge a budget gap, the provision of special educational needs transport, the cost and use of the new council chamber, the effectiveness of the Red Route on Rayners Lane, and concerns regarding agency staff expenditure. Significant discussion also focused on the challenges and strategies related to housing, particularly temporary accommodation and the regeneration programme, as well as the ongoing improvements in children's services following an Ofsted inspection.