Councillor Chas Warlow

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.

Planning Committee - Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Planning Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council met on Wednesday 18 February 2026 to discuss two planning applications. The committee approved the redevelopment of 42 High Street, Teddington, for a mixed-use development comprising residential flats and retail units. They also approved a variation to an existing planning permission at 83 Udney Park Road, Teddington, to allow for additional bedrooms in the roof space of two semi-detached houses.

Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 11 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee met on 11 February 2026, discussing the council's financial performance for the third quarter of the year, the proposed budget for the upcoming financial year, and an update on the delivery of the Richmond Climate and Nature Strategy. Key decisions included the approval of revised fees and charges for various services and noting the proposed budget for 2026/27.

Special Standing Committee on Heathrow - Thursday, 5 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Special Standing Committee on Heathrow met on Thursday 5 February 2026 to discuss the latest proposals for Heathrow Airport's expansion. The committee noted Richmond Council's continued opposition to any expansion that would increase flight movements and disruption to residents, and also discussed the ongoing Airspace Modernisation Programme and the potential introduction of easterly alternations.

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.