Rekha Shah

Council Role: Member

(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.

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Sub Committee Role: Member

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday 10 March 2026 6.30 pm

The Health and Social Care Scrutiny Subcommittee meeting addressed the rising incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in Harrow, the findings of the Healthwatch Harrow Annual Report, and the introduction of a new Frailty Hospital at Home service. Decisions were made to endorse the approach to tackling TB, agree actions to ensure local TB services are appropriately designed and resourced, and review relevant policies. The committee also noted the Healthwatch Harrow Annual Report and the new Harrow Frailty Hospital at Home model.

Council Role: Member

(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.

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Sub Committee Role: Member

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Sub Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025 6.30 pm

The Health and Social Care Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on 10 December 2025 focused on updates regarding adult safeguarding, vaccination programmes, and the development of a suicide and self-harm prevention strategy. Key decisions included endorsing the collaborative approach and four pillars of the suicide and self-harm prevention strategy.

Council Role: Member

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.