Councillor Benzion Papier

...the joint motion to end school exclusions and prevent harmful outcomes was not carried, but its recommendations were approved.

...the publication of the Borough of Sanctuary Framework and Action Plan was agreed.

...the Labour Group's amendments to the joint motion on strengthening school inclusion and reducing exclusions were carried, aiming to prevent harmful outcomes for pupils, particularly those with SEND and from Black and Global Majority backgrounds.

...set the Council Tax Base for 2026/27 at 80,163.35 Band D equivalent properties, delegated authority to determine the 2026/27 Business Rates Base, and kept the Council Tax Reduction Scheme unchanged.

...approved the Pay Policy for Chief Officers for the 2026/2027 financial year.