Councillor Chris Varley
Email: cllr.c.varley@richmond.gov.uk
Council: Richmond upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
38 meetings · Page 1 of 8
Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee - Tuesday, 10 February 2026 7.00 pm
Regulatory Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 7.00 pm
The Regulatory Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider proposals for the extension of two Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). The committee will also review the minutes from a previous meeting.
Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 7.00 pm
The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the Council's Constitution, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, and to consider retaining the committee system of governance. The meeting also included a debate on the Council's goal of achieving a net-zero borough by 2043, and motions concerning Artificial Intelligence, housing delivery, and support for the hospitality sector.
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.
Richmond Burial Ground Trust - Wednesday, 10 December 2025 6.00 pm, NEW
The Richmond Burial Ground Trust was scheduled to meet to discuss the proposed Circular Economy Hub at Grove Gardens Chapel. The meeting was also scheduled to cover declarations of interest and apologies for absence.
Decisions from Meetings
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Community BlueScapes project update
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 6 November 2024 7.00 pm - November 06, 2024
...to support and promote the work of the Community BlueScapes Project, a £6 million grant-funded initiative to enhance flood resilience in the Beverley Brook hydrological catchment.
Recommendations Approved
Q2 Quarterly Monitoring report
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 6 November 2024 7.00 pm - November 06, 2024
...to note the projected £1,090,000 revenue budget overspend and the latest position on the capital programme within the committee's services.
Recommendations Approved
Update on development of the Richmond Climate and Nature Strategy 2025-2030
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 6 November 2024 7.00 pm - November 06, 2024
...to support the development of a new climate strategy for Richmond, the committee noted the progress of engagement work and approved a 2-year partnership with MakeMyHouseGreen to offer a solar purchasing scheme for residents, subject to modern slavery compliance and positive financial review.
Recommendations Approved
Fees and Charges Review - Leisure
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 6 November 2024 7.00 pm - November 06, 2024
...to approve revised fees and charges for Leisure Services, as detailed in Appendices A1 to A8, effective between January 1st and April 1st, 2025 (except for allotments, effective October 1st, 2025), and a negative General Fund revenue budget variation of £60,100 in 2025/26.
Recommendations Approved
Contract award for the provision of green space management services for Richmond’s parks and other open spaces
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 11 September 2024 7.00 pm - September 11, 2024
This report recommends award of contract following the recent procurement process.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 38
Average per Month: 1.7
Decisions Recorded: 76