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
76 decisions · Page 7 of 16
Apologies
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 2 April 2025 7.00 pm - April 02, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Minutes of the last meeting
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Government Approach to Housing Delivery - approval of updates to the Housing Delivery Test Action Plan and Local Development Scheme
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025
...to note recent government housing delivery publications, delegate the preparation and publication of an updated Housing Delivery Test Action Plan and Local Development Scheme to the Interim Director of Place in consultation with the Committee Chair, and appoint a designated officer.
Recommendations Approved
Ward Concerns
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Arboriculture Contract
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025
...to tender new contracts for arboriculture services commencing on 1 April 2026, and delegated authority for developing specifications, agreeing procurement strategies, and tendering the services to the Executive Director of Environment and Community Services in consultation with other executives and the Committee Chair.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 38
Average per Month: 1.7
Decisions Recorded: 76