Franca Ofeimu

Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Tuesday 25 November 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Children and Young People Overview and Scrutiny Panel met on 25 November 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including budget and business planning, performance monitoring, and updates on children's services. The panel also planned to review the annual reports from both the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) and the Merton Safeguarding Children Partnership (MSCP). Additionally, they were scheduled to discuss special educational needs (SEN) student travel and the 0-19 Healthy Child service.

Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 20 November 2025 7.15 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel meeting on 20 November 2025. The agenda included the first round of budget and business plan discussions, a report on the Care Quality Commission's findings at St George's Hospital, and an annual safeguarding report. Also on the agenda was the Health and Wellbeing Board report, and a review of the panel's work programme.

Special Meeting, Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.00 pm

The Merton Council meeting of 19 November 2025 included discussion of conferring the Honorary Freedom of the Borough to Allan Barley and Stephen Hammond. The council was scheduled to consider and vote on resolutions for each individual, recognising their contributions to the borough.

Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.30 pm

Merton Council convened on 19 November 2025, addressing a range of community and strategic issues. Key decisions included the adoption of the Merton Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031, and approval of the Treasury Management Annual Report. The council also discussed community forum reports, various notices of motion, and financial monitoring.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 24 September 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Overview and Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on 24 September 2025. The agenda includes questions to the Chief Executive, discussion of cabinet member priorities, and an update on the Overview and Scrutiny Committee Working Group. A key focus of the meeting is scheduled to be Safer Merton and violence against women and girls (VAWG).