Councillor Owen Jones

Budget, Council - Thursday, 5th March, 2026 4.30 pm

The Cardiff Council meeting on 5 March 2026 saw the approval of the Corporate Plan 2026-2029 and the Revenue and Capital Budget for 2026-2027, including a 3.9% Council Tax increase. Discussions also covered various service reviews and proposals, including those related to home to school transport, adult social care, and the council's capital investment programme.

Economy & Culture Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 4.00 pm

The Economy and Culture Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the draft Corporate Plan 2026-2029 and budgetary proposals for 2026/27. Key decisions included the approval of a 3.9% council tax increase, the allocation of one-off funds to highways and street cleansing, and the adoption of a new regeneration strategy.

Council - Thursday, 29 January 2026 - 4.30 pm

The Cardiff Council meeting on 29 January 2026 addressed a range of issues, including concerns about city centre safety and the misuse of fireworks, alongside updates on council services and future development plans. Key decisions included the adoption of an amended motion to address city centre safety through partnership working and evidence-based measures, and the passing of a motion calling for legislative reform regarding fireworks.

Economy & Culture Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 20 January 2026 - 4.30 pm

The Economy & Culture Scrutiny Committee met on 20 January 2026 to review the progress of the Central South Active Partnership and to begin a short scrutiny of Cardiff Council's allotment provision. Key decisions included the approval of terms of reference for a new inquiry into improving the daytime experience of Cardiff city centre users and the confirmation of membership for this task group.

Democratic Services Committee - Monday, 12th January, 2026 4.00 pm

The Democratic Services Committee met on 12 January 2026 to discuss the council's annual report, proposals for member workshops, and the forward work programme. Key decisions included deferring a workshop on the 21st Century Councillor for further clarification and agreeing to proceed with proposals for workshops addressing the Performance Panel Assessment (PPA) scrutiny recommendations.