Councillor David Ashton
Email: david.ashton@harrow.gov.uk
Council: Harrow
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
150 meetings · Page 2 of 30
Chief Officers' Employment Panel - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 5.15 pm
The Chief Officers' Employment Panel was scheduled to discuss proposed senior management restructures within two directorates and consider an appointment for a key strategic role. The meeting's agenda included proposals for remuneration packages for newly created senior positions and the potential deletion of existing roles.
(Extraordinary), Council - Tuesday 24 March 2026 6.30 pm
The Harrow Council adopted the Harrow Local Plan 2021-2041, a comprehensive document outlining planning policies for the borough. The adoption followed extensive debate and discussion among councillors regarding housing targets, greenbelt protection, and community consultation.
Cabinet - Thursday 19 March 2026 6.30 pm
The Cabinet of Harrow Council met on Thursday 19 March 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including the adoption of the Harrow Local Plan 2021-2041, flood alleviation schemes, and the procurement of capital delivery programmes. Key decisions were made regarding the shared mortuary service and significant investment in housing stock improvements.
Pension Fund Committee - Monday 16 March 2026 6.30 pm
The Pension Fund Committee met on 16 March 2026 to discuss the triennial valuation of the Harrow Pension Fund, the LGPS update, and the next steps for the Investment Strategy Statement. Key decisions included approving the draft Funding Strategy Statement and noting the triennial valuation report, which showed an improved funding position and reduced contribution rates for many employers.
Decisions from Meetings
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Disposal of properties
From: Cabinet - Thursday 19 February 2026 6.30 pm - February 19, 2026
...approved the disposal of the Probation Centre and 1 Garage Cottages, declaring them surplus to the Council's requirements and authorising the Strategic Director of Housing and Regeneration to proceed with the sale on the basis of best consideration reasonably obtainable.
Recommendations Approved
Arboricultural Contract value increase & term extension
From: Cabinet - Thursday 19 February 2026 6.30 pm - February 19, 2026
...approved an increase in the arboricultural contract value with Gristwood and Toms Limited from £6m to £9m and extended the contract term by two years.
Recommendations Approved
Opportunity to secure affordable Housing for the HRA
From: Cabinet - Thursday 19 February 2026 6.30 pm - February 19, 2026
... delegate authority to the Strategic Director for Housing and Regeneration to facilitate the acquisition of properties for the Housing Revenue Account, following consultation with relevant officers and the Portfolio Holder for Housing.
Recommendations Approved
Aids and Adaptations Permission to Procure the Provision of Specialist Repairs for Disabled Wet Rooms within Council Properties
From: Cabinet - Thursday 19 February 2026 6.30 pm - February 19, 2026
...commence a competitive procurement process to appoint a single specialist contractor for the provision of specialist repairs to disabled wet rooms within council-owned properties.
Recommendations Approved
The delivery of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) 2.1.
From: Cabinet - Thursday 19 February 2026 6.30 pm - February 19, 2026
...approve the variation of contract with Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd to undertake the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) 2.1 decarbonisation works to an additional 68 properties.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 150
Average per Month: 0.7
Decisions Recorded: 140 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.