Christine Smith

Licensing Sub-Committee Committee Member

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday, 9 April 2026 - 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Havering Council met on Thursday 09 April 2026 to conduct an expedited review of the premises licence for The Chequers, located at 121 North Street, Hornchurch. The committee decided to suspend the licence for four weeks, remove the Designated Premises Supervisor, and impose a series of new conditions to promote the licensing objectives.

Licensing Sub-Committee Committee Member

Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 1.00 pm

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Havering Council met on Tuesday 07 April 2026 to review the premises licence for The Drinks Seller, located at 59 Chippenham Road, Romford. The committee decided to revoke the licence due to serious concerns about the operation of the premises, including the sale of alcohol to an underage person and a lack of responsible management.

Licensing Sub-Committee Committee Member

Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Havering Council met on Tuesday 07 April 2026 to consider applications to transfer the premises licence and vary the designated premises supervisor (DPS) for The Drinks Seller at 59 Chippenham Road, Romford. The committee decided not to grant the applications.

People Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee Committee Member

People Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee - Thursday, 19 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The People Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee met on Thursday 19 March 2026 to discuss defibrillator availability in Havering, and to review annual complaints and compliments reports for Adult Social Care, Children's Social Care, and Education Services. The committee agreed on several action points to improve defibrillator accessibility and to address issues raised in the complaints reports.

Council Committee Member

Council - Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on 18 March 2026 saw a significant debate and vote on the future of three libraries: Harold Wood, Gidea Park, and South Hornchurch. Ultimately, all proposals to halt their closure or disposal failed to pass. The council also approved changes to its Contract Procedure Rules and Constitution, and adopted the Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27.