Councillor Chris Taylor

Council - Wednesday, 27 May 2026 - 7.30 pm

Council - Wednesday, 15 April 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on 15 April 2026 saw extensive debate on the Council's performance and future direction, with a significant portion of the meeting dedicated to a motion regretting the impact of the Labour government on Bexley residents. The meeting also included discussions on the Council's budget, community safety strategy, and the appointment of a new Monitoring Officer, alongside tributes to councillors not seeking re-election.

Public Cabinet - Thursday, 9 April 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Public Cabinet meeting on 09 April 2026 reviewed the council's performance in the third quarter of the financial year, discussed the budget monitoring report, and approved the Bexley Community Safety Strategy for 2026-2030. The meeting also provided an update on the implementation of the council's Delivery Framework.

Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Bexley Council met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to approve the Financial Plans for 2026/27. The meeting saw the approval of a £271.9 million General Fund Budget, which includes a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, comprising a 2.99% general increase and a 2% rise for Adult Social Care. An amendment proposed by the Labour group, which sought to introduce a new housing strategy and explore a housing revenue account, was defeated.

Public Cabinet - Monday, 23rd February, 2026 7.30 pm

The Public Cabinet meeting of Bexley Council on 23 February 2026 focused on the council's financial health and future strategy. Key decisions included the approval of the budget monitoring report for the financial year to date, the adoption of the Economic Growth Strategy, and the endorsement of the Cultural Strategy. The council also discussed and recommended for approval the Medium-Term Financial Strategy for 2026-27 to 2029-30, which includes a proposed Council Tax increase.