Councillor Simon Brown

Health and Wellbeing Board - Thursday 12 March 2026 2.00 pm

The Health and Wellbeing Board met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss a range of critical public health issues. Key decisions included endorsing actions to combat rising tuberculosis rates, noting progress on early homelessness prevention, and agreeing to continue developing the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment. The Board also received updates on the Community Equipment Service and the ongoing consultation regarding the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre.

(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.

Planning Committee - Wednesday 25 February 2026 6.30 pm

The Planning Committee of Harrow Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026, refusing two planning applications and deferring one. The committee refused the application for a new dwelling at 3 Gerard Road due to concerns about its scale and design, and also refused the application for a multi-use games area adjacent to Druries House on High Street, citing concerns about noise and disturbance to neighbouring residents. The application for a new dwelling at Silverwood, South View Road, was deferred by planning officers.

Corporate Parenting Panel - Wednesday 4 February 2026 6.00 pm, NEW

The Corporate Parenting Panel met to discuss significant changes to its structure and function, aiming to increase the participation of care-experienced young people and improve the council's support for them. Key decisions included the endorsement of a plan to review and redesign the panel's operations, with a target for the new structure to be in place by September 2026. The panel also received updates on the progress of the Care Leavers Improvement Plan, highlighting advancements in financial education, employment opportunities, and the overall support offered to young people leaving care.

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.