Cllr Claire Simmons
Email: cllr.claire.simmons@rbkc.gov.uk
Council: Kensington and Chelsea
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 20th November, 2025 6.30 pm
The Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Kensington and Chelsea Council scheduled a meeting to discuss a range of topics, including updates on the Grenfell support programme, the council's commitments following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, and the council's financial performance. The committee was also expected to review its work programme and consider the forward plan of key decisions.
Full Council - Wednesday, 22nd October, 2025 6.30 pm
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea's Full Council met on 22 October 2025, and addressed the borough's medium-term financial strategy, adopted an updated local code of corporate governance, and approved changes to standing orders and the municipal timetable. Councillors also debated motions on pension fund investments in temporary accommodation, becoming a Borough of Sanctuary, street scene enhancements, changes to the Integrated Care Board[^2], and council tax waivers for terminally ill residents.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 8th October, 2025 6.30 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee (OSC) met to discuss the Grenfell Recovery Programme, social investment, and the council's financial performance. The committee reviewed the delivery, reach, and impact of the Grenfell Recovery Programme, examined the Social Investment Impact Report, and discussed the Quarter 1 Revenue and Capital Financial Monitoring Report.
Audit & Transparency Committee - Monday, 29th September, 2025 6.30 pm
The Audit & Transparency Committee met to discuss the audit findings, value for money arrangements, and internal audit reports for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The committee approved the 2024-25 audited statement of accounts, delegating authority to the chair and the Section 151 Officer[^2] to approve the final version after any further updates. They also reviewed progress against agreed actions and the committee's work programme for the year.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 17th September, 2025 6.30 pm
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea's Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on 17 September 2025, to discuss the closure of the K&C Oracle Programme, receive an update on the council's savings and transformation programme, and review the forward plan of key decisions. The committee also reviewed and agreed to its work programme for the municipal year 2025-26.
Decisions from Meetings
4 decisions
Questions asked of Lead Members
From: Full Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 6.30 pm - March 05, 2025
...to address questions raised by councillors regarding community funding, support for Grenfell Tower tragedy victims, council tax increases, e-bike and scooter obstructions, and the impact of National Insurance changes.
Awaiting Implementation
Matters Referred to Full Council from Overview and Scrutiny or Select Committees
From: Full Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 6.30 pm - March 05, 2025
For Determination
Questions asked of Lead Members
From: Full Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 6.30 pm - March 05, 2025
...it received questions from councillors directed to Lead Members on various topics including community funding, Grenfell support, council tax, e-bike obstructions, and national insurance contributions, with responses and subsequent actions awaiting implementation.
Awaiting Implementation
Matters Referred to Full Council from Overview and Scrutiny or Select Committees
From: Full Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 6.30 pm - March 05, 2025
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 39
Average per Month: 2.6
Decisions Recorded: 4