Councillor Clare Jeapes
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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Councillor Clare Jeapes has demonstrated a consistent and evolving commitment to public service across her nine years of council involvement, with a particularly strong and detailed focus on recent activities, especially in 2026. Her priorities have largely centered on community well-being, infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and robust operational oversight.
Key Themes and Priorities:
Across her tenure, Clare Jeapes has consistently shown a dedication to environmental issues, infrastructure improvements, and ensuring effective council operations. In recent years, this has manifested as a deep dive into specific infrastructure challenges, such as water mains and the operations of Thames Water, and a strong advocacy for public spaces and pedestrian safety. Her role as Recycling Champion has been a recurring theme, evolving from general interest to specific suggestions for waste reduction strategies.
Evolution of Focus:
While early involvement in 2015 and 2019 was more focused on broader policy and budget matters, Jeapes's engagement has become increasingly detailed and hands-on in recent years. Her chairmanship of Licensing Sub-Committees from 2024 onwards signifies a growing leadership role in regulatory processes. The period from 2022 onwards shows a marked increase in her focus on environmental initiatives, people-friendly streets, and a more critical examination of service delivery. The depth of her contributions in 2026, covering planning, infrastructure, leisure facilities, and landmark restoration, indicates a broadening of her scrutiny and a more proactive approach to identifying and addressing community concerns.
Most Significant Contributions (Especially in Recent Years):
In 2026, Jeapes was exceptionally active. Her detailed scrutiny of development logistics, including crane transportation, and her nuanced stance on tree management (advocating for pruning for health while being reluctant to see trees cut) highlight her practical approach. Her strong advocacy for the restoration of local landmarks, particularly the clock tower, and her firm opposition to permanent alterations, stating the idea of the clock not being returned was
, demonstrates a commitment to preserving heritage. Furthermore, her in-depth questioning of leisure facility operations, including financial performance and policies on transgender individuals, and her exploration of declining youth activity rates, linking it to mental health and obesity, showcase a comprehensive concern for resident welfare.
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In 2025, her leadership as Chair of Licensing Sub Committee D was a significant contribution, managing numerous applications and guiding proceedings. Her advocacy for recycling
as a new scrutiny topic and suggestions for waste reduction strategies also point to her ongoing environmental focus.
In 2024, her role as Vice-Chair and then Chair of Licensing Sub-Committee D, coupled with her impactful work on the Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee, where she championed pedestrian safety and public spaces, stands out. Her proposals for policy amendments that prioritized pedestrian impact and included older individuals in infrastructure reporting demonstrate a thoughtful and inclusive approach to urban planning.
Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest:
- Environmental Stewardship: A consistent thread throughout her council service, evolving from general interest to specific policy suggestions and scrutiny of waste management and green initiatives.
- Infrastructure and Public Spaces: A growing area of focus, particularly in recent years, with detailed examination of transport, water mains, and pedestrian safety.
- Operational Oversight and Scrutiny: Jeapes consistently engages in scrutinizing council operations, from licensing to leisure facilities, demonstrating a commitment to accountability and effectiveness.
- Resident Engagement: Her proposals to invite project coordinators and her emphasis on resident communication in landmark restoration indicate a desire to involve the community in council decisions.
Overall, Clare Jeapes's council service reflects a dedicated public servant whose engagement has deepened and broadened over time, with a particularly impactful and detailed focus on community well-being, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability in her most recent years of service.
Yearly Activity Timeline
Throughout 2026, Councillor Clare Jeapes was a highly active participant in council meetings, demonstrating a strong commitment to community well-being, infrastructure, and operational oversight. Her contributions spanned multiple committees, including Planning Sub Committees A and B, the Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee, and the Licensing Sub Committee. Key themes in her activity included scrutinizing development logistics, such as crane transportation for the Hilton Hotel, and advocating for tree preservation while acknowledging the necessity of pruning for tree health, stating,
I'm generally reluctant to see trees cut but I do think that pruning is necessary for tree health, especially for ash trees that are susceptible to dieback. I agree with pruning if it's to maintain the tree's good health.
Jeapes also raised significant concerns about public infrastructure, particularly water mains, and the operations of Thames Water. She highlighted the potential for flooding from large mains and questioned the effectiveness of risk assessments and compensation processes. Her focus extended to the restoration of local landmarks, like the clock tower, where she emphasized the importance of resident communication and expressed strong opposition to any permanent alterations, calling the idea of the clock not being returned
.
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Furthermore, Jeapes actively engaged in scrutiny of leisure facility operations, questioning financial performance, revenue streams, and policies regarding transgender individuals in changing facilities. She also addressed issues of accessibility in sports facilities, particularly tennis court bookings, and explored the decline in youth activity rates, linking it to potential mental health and obesity concerns. Her role as Recycling Champion was also evident, though specific actions in this capacity were not detailed across the provided months.
Monthly Activity in 2026
During April 2026, Councillor Clare Jeapes was actively involved in council meetings, demonstrating a focus on scrutiny, community well-being, and operational efficiency. In the Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee meeting, she raised numerous pertinent questions regarding the financial performance of leisure facilities, specifically the active play trampoline park, and inquired about birthday party revenue. Jeapes also sought clarification on GLL's policy concerning transgender individuals in changing facilities, referencing a Supreme Court ruling. She expressed concerns about the Boys Empowerment Club,
questioning its effectiveness and whether it addressed sexist
behavior. Jeapes highlighted issues with tennis court bookings, advocating for greater accessibility and addressing block booking
practices. She also questioned her own classification as inactive
in a survey and sought explanations for the decline in activity rates among young people, exploring potential links to mental health and obesity, and emphasizing inter-departmental collaboration. Furthermore, she followed up on difficulties women and older individuals faced in booking tennis courts and interacting with GLL reception. Jeapes noted a decline in communication with GLL, lamenting the absence of quarterly manager meetings for seven years. At the Planning Committee meeting, she was introduced as Councillor for Canonbury Ward and Recycling Champion. In her role as Chair of the Licensing Sub Committee D, Jeapes welcomed attendees, facilitated introductions, explained procedures, and was authorized to sign previous minutes.
Meetings in April 2026
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During March 2026, Councillor Clare Jeapes was actively involved in the Planning Sub Committee B meeting on March 9th, where she focused on the clock tower restoration project. She raised several key concerns, including the potential impact on bus routes (specifically the 263), the communication strategy for residents regarding changes and the clock's chime, and the duration of the project. She expressed strong disagreement with the idea of the clock not being returned, calling it
. Councillor Jeapes also questioned the permanence of restrictions on the clock's chime. On March 24th, she attended the Licensing Sub Committee B meeting as a substitute for Councillor Wayne, with no other specific actions recorded.
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Meetings in March 2026
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During February 2026, Councillor Clare Jeapes, representing Canonbury and as the Labour Party Recycling Champion, raised significant concerns regarding water main infrastructure and Thames Water's operations. She recounted a personal experience with a major water main burst on Canterbury Street, highlighting the potential for widespread flooding from large 36-inch mains, particularly on Petherton Road. Councillor Jeapes emphasized the need for improved coordination between Thames Water, TfL, and the council, referencing other recent incidents on Upper Street and Essex Road. While acknowledging some positive resident experiences with Thames Water's response, she also pointed out issues with late-night noise from sucking machines
and ongoing water pressure problems. She questioned the effectiveness of Thames Water's risk assessment
and the compensation process for affected residents,
noting resident concerns about increased payments. Councillor Jeapes urged the council to really have a good look at our 36
water mains."
Meetings in February 2026
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During January 2026, Clare Jeapes attended two council meetings. At the Planning Sub Committee A meeting on January 26th, she raised questions regarding the logistics of transporting cranes and materials for the Hilton Hotel development. She also discussed tree pruning, expressing a general preference against tree removal but acknowledging the need for pruning to maintain tree health, particularly for ash trees affected by dieback. She stated,
I'm generally reluctant to see trees cut but I do think that pruning is necessary for tree health, especially for ash trees that are susceptible to dieback. I agree with pruning if it's to maintain the tree's good health.
Meetings in January 2026
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
105 meetings · Page 1 of 21
Planning Sub Committee B - Thursday, 3 September 2026 - 7.30 pm
Licensing Sub Committee D - Thursday, 3 September 2026 - 6.30 pm
Licensing Committee - Thursday, 9 July 2026 - 6.30 pm
Licensing Sub Committee D - Tuesday, 7 July 2026 - 6.30 pm
Planning Committee - Tuesday, 7 July 2026 - 7.30 pm
Decisions from Meetings
1 decision
Contract award for general build repairs and maintenance works 1030542
From: Planning Sub Committee B - Monday, 7th July, 2025 7.30 pm - July 07, 2025
...to approve the award of new contracts for general build repairs and maintenance works to Herts Heritage Building and Roofing Ltd, JOS Property Services Ltd, Komfort Services, and Polyteck Building Services Ltd, each for a maximum term of 48 months and an estimated total value of £4,600,000 (excluding VAT).
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 105
- Average per month
- 0.8
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 1