Councillor David Cartwright QFSM

Budget Meeting, Council - Thursday 26 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of the London Borough of Bromley met on Thursday 26 February 2026 to approve the 2026/27 Council Tax, a new Capital Strategy, and the annual Pay Award. Key decisions included setting the Council Tax with a 2.99% increase in the general rate and a 2% increase in the Adult Social Care Precept, approving a £15 million increase to the Capital Programme, and implementing a 4.45% pay rise for council staff.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 9 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee met on Monday 09 February 2026 to discuss the Council's financial strategy, capital programme, and ongoing contracts. Key decisions included supporting recommendations for the 2026/27 Council Tax and Adult Social Care precept, approving the Capital Strategy and Capital Programme, and noting the Corporate Contracts Register.

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 29 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday 29 January 2026 was set to cover a range of important operational and policy matters. Key discussions were anticipated to include the draft budget for the upcoming financial year, performance updates across various public protection services, and a review of the council's risk register. Additionally, the committee was scheduled to receive annual reports from the London Fire Brigade and the Bromley and Lewisham Probation Delivery Unit.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 19 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on 19 January 2026 focused on the Council's financial strategy, transformation programme, and efforts to support small businesses. Key decisions included noting the draft budget and financial strategy, supporting the progress of the transformation programme, and recommending further promotion of Bromley-based businesses. The committee also discussed the issue of empty homes and reviewed the corporate risk register.

Council - Monday 8 December 2025 7.00 pm

The Bromley Council meeting on 8 December 2025 was scheduled to cover a range of topics, including the Council Tax Support Scheme, treasury management performance, corporate governance, committee appointments and motions. There was also an opportunity for councillors and members of the public to ask questions.