Dan Johnston

Development and Planning Applications Committee - Thursday 31 July 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Development and Planning Applications Committee met on 31 July 2025, to discuss town planning applications, planning appeal decisions and planning enforcement. The committee was scheduled to consider a variation of conditions for a development at the Mitcham Gasworks Site, and to note recent planning appeal decisions and a summary of current planning enforcement cases.

Council - Wednesday 9 July 2025 7.15 pm

At a meeting of Merton Council, councillors discussed community issues raised at local forums, debated motions on abortion law and youth mental health, and approved amendments to the capital programme. Councillor Martin Whelton, The Mayor, also recognised three local individuals and organisations as Merton Heroes. Councillors also approved a request for absence from Councillor James Williscroft.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 2 July 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on 2 July 2025 to discuss crime and policing in Merton, priorities and challenges for the year ahead, and the committee's work programme.

Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Tuesday 1 July 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel met on 1 July 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including electric vehicle charging, sports facilities, and community issues. The panel was also scheduled to review performance reports and monitor action items.

Annual Council, Council - Wednesday 21 May 2025 7.15 pm