Councillor Emma Best

Scrutiny Coordinating Committee - Tuesday, 24 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Scrutiny Coordinating Committee was scheduled to discuss updates on resident experience and digital services, the progress of the Communities and Participation Programme, and the use of data and insight in scrutiny. The committee was also due to review its own work programme and forward plans.

Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee - Friday, 20 March 2026 - 10.00 am

The Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee met on Friday, 20 March 2026, to consider applications for the review of premises licences. The primary focus of the meeting was the review of licences for the Scorpion Lounge, located at 7 Hall Lane, Chingford, E4 8AA.

Council - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council of Waltham Forest convened for a special meeting on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to address several key financial and operational matters. The agenda included the setting of the Budget and Council Tax for the 2026/27 financial year, alongside the Treasury Management Strategy, Pay Policy Statement, and Members' Allowances Scheme for the same period. Additionally, the Council was scheduled to discuss the rationalisation and proportionality of its committees and review the draft calendar of meetings for the upcoming municipal year.

Scrutiny Coordinating Committee - Wednesday, 4 February 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Scrutiny Coordinating Committee met to review the council's corporate impact framework, discuss the outcomes of task and finish workshops on key service areas, and consider the ongoing scrutiny work programme. The meeting focused on understanding performance metrics, identifying areas for deeper investigation, and ensuring the council's strategic objectives are being met.

Review of a Premises Licence - BlackStar Grill & Bar, 54 St James Street, Walthamstow E17 7PE, Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 11.00 am

The Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee is scheduled to convene to review the premises licence for BlackStar Bar & Grill, following an application for review. The sub-committee will hear evidence and consider representations before determining whether to modify, suspend, or revoke the licence, or take no action. The meeting may also exclude the press and public from part of the meeting.