Simon Brown - Councillor for Harrow

Councillor Simon Brown

 Labour

Email: simon.brown@harrow.gov.uk

Council: Harrow

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Health and Social Care Scrutiny Sub-Committee Cabinet (Role: Guest) Corporate Parenting Panel (Role: Member) Planning Committee (Role: Reserve) Council (Role: Member) Chief Officers' Employment Panel (Role: Member) Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel (Role: Reserve)

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

34 meetings · Page 2 of 7

Planning Committee Role: Reserve

Planning Committee - Tuesday 14 October 2025 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council Planning Committee convened in October, primarily to discuss and decide on a hybrid planning application for the redevelopment of the Harrow Civic Centre, also known as Poet's Corner. The committee voted to grant the application, subject to a legal agreement, for a project that includes phased demolition, construction of residential buildings, and provision for commercial and community spaces.

October 14, 2025
Council Role: Member

Council - Thursday 18 September 2025 6.30 pm

Harrow Council met to discuss a range of issues, including public safety, education, and healthcare. A motion to demand that the Labour government honour the funding commitment for a new special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school in Harrow was approved, while motions opposing the Mayor of London's planned closure of Harrow Police Station's front desk and opposing the Labour Government's closure of Mount Vernon's Urgent Care Unit were both carried.

September 18, 2025
Cabinet Role: Guest

Cabinet - Tuesday 16 September 2025 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council Cabinet met on 16 September 2025, and made decisions on social housing, local planning, and budget monitoring. The cabinet agreed to consult on proposed modifications to the Harrow Local Plan, approved a change of contractor for a social housing decarbonisation project, and discussed measures to address budget overspends in social care and housing.

September 16, 2025
Cabinet Role: Guest

Cabinet - Thursday 24 July 2025 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council Cabinet met in July to discuss several key issues, including budget performance, property licensing, and the council's response to a recent inspection of children's services. The cabinet approved recommendations on adult social care, property management, and community safety, and noted reports on financial performance and scrutiny projects.

July 24, 2025
Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel Role: Reserve

Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel - Monday 7 July 2025 6.30 pm

The Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel (TARSAP) convened to discuss various traffic management and safety issues, including parking programmes, traffic schemes, and sustainable travel initiatives. The panel reviewed petitions and reports, addressing concerns raised by residents and councillors, and made recommendations for future actions. Councillor Thaya Idaikkadar was appointed as Vice-Chair of the TARSAP for the 2025/2026 Municipal Year.

July 07, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

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Strategic Performance Report Q1 2025-26

From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025

Recommendations Approved

Adult Social Care Strategy, 2025-2030

From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025

...the Cabinet of Harrow approved the Adult Social Care Strategy 2025-2030 and its action plan, aiming to deliver sustainable, person-centred care by reducing inequalities, promoting independence, and delaying escalation of need through a strong prevention approach.

Recommendations Approved

Grange Farm Phase 2a additional demolition works

From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025

...to approve the demolition of two additional blocks at Grange Farm Phase 2a by the existing contractor due to health and safety concerns related to exposed asbestos, increasing the total contract value to £916,845.

Recommendations Approved

Contract for Provision and Hosting of Pensions Administration IT System

From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025

...to ensure the Council had a Pensions Administration system, they approved commencing procurement for a new system, delegating authority to the Strategic Director of Finance to award the contract and make related decisions during the procurement process.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 34

Average per Month: 1.9

Decisions Recorded: 56