Councillor Emma Whysall

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 29th May, 2025 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee met to consider an application from Power Leisure Bookmakers Limited, trading as Paddy Power, for a variation to their betting premises licence at 76 Ballards Lane in Finchley. The application was for approval of alterations to the layout of the premises. After hearing from the applicant and considering written representations from local residents, the Sub-Committee resolved to grant the application with mandatory conditions.

Annual Council - Tuesday 20th May, 2025 7.00 pm

The Annual Council meeting of the London Borough of Barnet on 20 May 2025 addressed several administrative and policy matters, including amendments to cabinet member responsibilities, a constitution review, and the approval of a Cumulative Impact Zone in Burnt Oak. The council also noted the results of recent by-elections and made appointments to various committees and outside bodies.

Employment Sub-Committee - Thursday 1st May, 2025 1.00 pm

The Employment Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on 1 May 2025 to discuss a single item of business. The main item for discussion was scheduled to be the appointment of an Executive Director of Children and Families. The agenda also included the minutes of the previous meeting, apologies for absence, declarations of interest and any urgent items the chair decided to raise.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 26th March, 2025 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of topics, including fire safety in timber-framed homes, support for refugees and asylum seekers, and budget management. The committee agreed to review communication to residents regarding fire safety, and to look at ways to improve budget scrutiny. They also agreed the scope for the food security task and finish group.

Budget Council, Council - Tuesday 4th March, 2025 7.00 pm

The Council agreed to adopt the new Local Plan, approved the 2025/26 budget and the associated 4.98% rise in Council Tax, and appointed Cath Shaw as the new Chief Executive.