Councillor Charlie Engel

Council - Tuesday, 3 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday 03 March 2026 to discuss and approve the Revenue Budget and Council Tax for 2026/27, alongside the Capital Programme and funding review. A significant increase in Council Tax of 4.81% was approved, which includes a 2.99% rise for general expenditure and a 2% increase for the Adult Social Care Precept. The Council also approved an ambitious capital programme totalling £303.2 million over six years, funded through a combination of borrowing, grants, reserves, and developer contributions.

Audit, Standards and Statutory Accounts Committee - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Audit, Standards and Statutory Accounts Committee met on Thursday 26 February 2026 to discuss the Member Induction and Refresher Programme, an update on internal audit work, and the findings of the Twickenham Riverside audit report. The committee noted the proposed induction programme for councillors, received an update on the progress of internal audits, and reviewed the outcomes of the Twickenham Riverside project audit, noting that all recommendations have been agreed upon.

Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee - Tuesday, 10 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee met on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, to discuss the council's budget monitoring for the third quarter of the 2025-26 financial year, the proposed revenue budget for 2026-27, and the annual audit report of Richmond's housing associations. Key decisions included noting an projected overspend of £2.765 million for the current financial year and approving revised charges for various services.

Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Council meeting on 27 January 2026 saw councillors discuss and vote on several key issues, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, the retention of the committee system of governance, and policies regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and housing development. Decisions were also made regarding business rates for the hospitality sector and the future of allotments.

Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee - Wednesday, 14 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee met on Wednesday 14 January 2026, discussing a range of important issues including the performance of South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, the adoption of a new charter for carers, and plans for the future of day services in Richmond. Key decisions included the approval of the Richmond Adult Carers' and Young Carers' Charter and the formation of a Community Partnership to deliver day services.