Councillor David Leaf

Public Cabinet - Wednesday, 25th November, 2026 7.30 pm

Council - Wednesday, 4th November, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Bexley is scheduled to convene on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, with a packed agenda covering a wide range of council business. Key discussions are expected to include the proposed new Corporate Plan for 2026-2030, the establishment of an Independent Persons Appointment Panel, and a report from the Leader of the Council detailing recent activities and decisions. The meeting will also feature a session for questions from both the public and council members, alongside a motion proposed by Councillor Chris Ball concerning affordable housing.

Public Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st October, 2026 7.30 pm

The Public Cabinet meeting on Wednesday 21 October 2026 focused on the council's performance and future strategy. The cabinet received an update on the Bexley Status Report for Quarter 1, which indicated stable overall performance despite financial and demand pressures, with strengths in safeguarding and homelessness prevention, but ongoing focus needed in adult social care and special educational needs services.

Constitution Review Panel - Tuesday, 20th October, 2026 7.30 pm

The Constitution Review Panel was scheduled to consider proposed amendments to the council's constitution, focusing on practical operational experience since its recent overhaul. The meeting was also scheduled to address items of late business and review the minutes from a previous meeting.

General Purposes and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 30th September, 2026 7.30 pm

The General Purposes and Audit Committee was scheduled to consider a review of electoral arrangements in Bexley, a proposed revision to the Performance, Wellbeing and Development (PWD) appraisal scheme, and updates on internal audit and counter fraud activities. The committee was also scheduled to receive reports on the council's debt and debt recovery, and a review of audit outcomes titled From Reset to Recovery.