Councillor Caroline de La Soujeole

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Task and Finish Group - Public Meeting - Tuesday, 10 February 2026 - 6.30 p.m.

The Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Task and Finish Group met to discuss its findings and recommendations for preventing VAWG in Wandsworth. The group presented a report detailing feedback from over 355 residents, young people, and professionals, leading to three key recommendations for enhanced prevention strategies. These recommendations will now be considered by the Children's Overview and Scrutiny Committee, the Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and subsequently by Cabinet.

Agenda and draft minutes

Wandsworth Council convened a special meeting to discuss the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), including proposed rent increases and the capital programme. The council approved a 4.8% increase in council housing rents and adopted the HRA budget framework for 2025/26 to 2028/29, alongside significant capital investment plans.

Wandsworth Council

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council meeting on 10 December 2025 saw robust debate on the council's financial management and its impact on residents, with a key motion on value for money ultimately being passed. The council also discussed significant progress in housing development, particularly at Battersea Power Station, and reviewed initiatives aimed at improving community safety and environmental services.

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Safer Neighbourhood Board was scheduled to discuss crime statistics, policing strategies, and community safety initiatives at its meeting on 9 December 2025. The board was expected to review data on Total Notifiable Offences[^2] (TNOs), burglary, robbery, vehicle crime, and violence against individuals, as well as updates from ward panel chairs and questions for the Superintendent for Wandsworth. The meeting was also scheduled to include updates on stop and search and custody procedures.