Eunice O'Dame - Councillor for Croydon (Bensham Manor)

Councillor Eunice O'Dame

Labour Bensham Manor

Email: eunice.o'dame@croydon.gov.uk

Council: Croydon

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Scrutiny & Overview Committee (Committee Member) Council (Committee Member) Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee (Chair)

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Council Committee Member

Budget Council, Council - Wednesday, 25th February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Croydon Council meeting on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, focused heavily on the approval of the Council's budget for 2026-27 and the associated Council Tax increase. Key decisions included the approval of a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, the establishment of a special Council Tax Setting Committee to finalise calculations after the GLA precept is confirmed, and the adoption of the Treasury Management Strategy Statement, Minimum Revenue Provision Policy Statement, and Annual Investment Strategy for 2026/27. The meeting also saw the approval of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget and business plan, along with the General Fund Capital Programme and Capital Strategy for 2025-31.

February 25, 2026, 6:30 pm
Scrutiny & Overview Committee Committee Member

Scrutiny & Overview Committee - Tuesday, 10th February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Scrutiny & Overview Committee was scheduled to review the Council's draft Community Safety Strategy and discuss the proposed budget for 2026-27, including the Medium Term Financial Strategy. The committee was also set to consider the progress of the Future Croydon Transformation Programme and review responses to previous scrutiny recommendations.

February 10, 2026, 6:30 pm
Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee Chair

Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee meeting on 03 February 2026 focused on the health and care needs of older residents, the implementation of neighbourhood health initiatives, and updates on the Adults Living Independently programme. Key decisions included noting the findings of the Older People Needs Assessment, endorsing the principles of Healthwatch Croydon, and agreeing to a revised scrutiny work programme.

February 03, 2026, 6:30 pm
Council Committee Member

Council - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 6.30 pm

The Croydon Council meeting on 10 December 2025 addressed several key issues, including fair funding for the borough, the Equality Strategy, and the appointment of an interim chief executive. The council voted to support fair funding for Croydon and approved the appointment of Elaine Jackson as Interim Chief Executive. An amendment to the Equality Strategy annual report was approved, with Councillor Rhea Patel of the Green Party, successfully arguing that the council can do better .

December 10, 2025
Scrutiny & Overview Committee Committee Member

Scrutiny & Overview Committee - Tuesday, 18th November, 2025 6.30 pm

The Scrutiny & Overview Committee were scheduled to meet on 18 November 2025 to discuss Croydon Council's financial performance, transformation programme, and scrutiny recommendations. The committee was also expected to review the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) and the scrutiny work programme for the coming year. The meeting was due to take place in the Council Chamber at Town Hall, Katharine Street.

November 18, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

1 decision

Statutory Officers' Report

From: Extraordinary Council Meeting, Council - Thursday, 10th July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 10, 2025

...to note the Statutory Officers' report regarding the Secretary of State's minded to letter concerning potential statutory intervention and the appointment of Commissioners due to best value duty concerns.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 40

Average per Month: 1.6

Decisions Recorded: 1