Councillor Geraldene Lucia-Hennis

Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Bexley Council met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to approve the Financial Plans for 2026/27. The meeting saw the approval of a £271.9 million General Fund Budget, which includes a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, comprising a 2.99% general increase and a 2% rise for Adult Social Care. An amendment proposed by the Labour group, which sought to introduce a new housing strategy and explore a housing revenue account, was defeated.

Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the development and evaluation of Bexley Family Hubs, commissioning developments in children's transformation, the draft budget and financial plans for 2026/27, and the committee's work programme. Key decisions included noting the progress of the Erith Family Hub, approving the draft budget with proposed savings, and reviewing the committee's work programme.

Planning Committee - Thursday, 29th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Bexley Council Planning Committee met on Thursday, 29 January 2026, to discuss several planning applications. The committee granted planning permission for the retention of bi-fold doors and a pizza hut building at The One Bell Public House, and for the installation of bin storage units at Tramway House. They also granted outline planning permission for a new coach house flat on land adjacent to 8 Nuxley Road. However, the committee refused permission for the installation of bin storage units at Tramway House due to concerns about their proximity to residential properties and their impact on the street scene.

Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 27th January, 2026 7.30 pm

The Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, focused on policing in Bexley, community safety initiatives, and updates on the new CCTV system and planning reforms. Key decisions included a commitment to continue supporting employment services and a detailed discussion on the implications of proposed national planning reforms.

Licensing Committee - Tuesday, 20 January 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Licensing Committee of Bexley Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026 to discuss a range of licensing matters. The agenda included a review of licences determined under delegated powers, proposed changes to fees and charges for various services, and an update on licensing and trading standards enforcement activities.