Councillor Henry Higgins
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
260 meetings · Page 1 of 52
Council - Thursday, 24 September 2026 - 7.30 pm
The Council meeting on Thursday 24 September 2026 addressed a range of resident concerns, including the closure of a waste recycling centre and the impact of rent increases on local businesses. Key decisions were made regarding the appointment of an independent chair for the Audit, Finance & Performance Committee and updates to the Council's constitution concerning procurement and planning decisions.
Audit, Finance & Performance Committee - Wednesday, 5 August 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Audit, Finance and Performance Committee of Hillingdon Council met on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. The committee reviewed the Period 2 (May) 2026 Financial Monitoring Report, which indicated a projected £584,000 overspend for the General Fund, with potential further risks and opportunities amounting to £2,759,000, mitigated by a £10 million risk and contingency provision. The report noted that 61% of the council's savings targets were on track or already delivered.
Audit, Finance & Performance Committee - Wednesday, 15 July 2026 - 5.00 pm
The Audit, Finance & Performance Committee of Hillingdon Council convened on Wednesday 15 July 2026 to discuss a range of critical financial and operational matters. Key discussions included the Counter Fraud Annual Report, which highlighted significant financial benefits achieved by the team, and an update on the external audit process for the 2025/26 accounts, noting ongoing challenges with disclaimed audit opinions across local government. The committee also reviewed the Risk Assurance Annual Report and the Internal Audit Annual Report, both of which indicated areas of improvement alongside ongoing challenges. Significant time was dedicated to the Budget Outturn for 2025/26, revealing a substantial overspend that necessitated the application for Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) from the government. Finally, the committee received an introduction to its Overview and Scrutiny role, outlining how it will contribute to policy development and service improvement.
Decisions from Meetings
105 decisions · Page 1 of 21
Rainbow and Kirby 38058/APP/2025/2613
From: Hillingdon Planning Committee - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 7.00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Hillingdon Planning Committee of Hillingdon Council approved the application on 21 April 2026. The decision was to grant planning permission for the demolition of existing structures and phased redevelopment of the site. This includes securing a Section 106 legal agreement for affordable housing, air quality mitigation, parking permit restrictions, an employment and training scheme, health and canal improvement contributions, public open space designation, active travel contributions, and a project management fee.
Recommendations Approved
Avondale Drive 76551/APP/2025/3242
From: Hillingdon Planning Committee - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 7.00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Hillingdon Planning Committee of Hillingdon Council approved the application on 21 April 2026. The committee resolved to grant planning permission as per the officer's recommendation. This included approving reserved matters for access, appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale for the development at Avondale Drive.
Recommendations Approved
9 Pastures Mead 43892/APP/2026/52
From: Hillingdon Planning Committee - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 7.00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Hillingdon Planning Committee of Hillingdon Council approved the application on 21 April 2026. The decision was to grant planning permission for a single storey rear extension and the conversion of a detached garage to a habitable use as a gym with WC. The approval is subject to conditions.
Recommendations Approved
38 Frays Avenue 58891/APP/2026/107
From: Hillingdon Planning Committee - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 7.00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Hillingdon Planning Committee of Hillingdon Council decided to approve the application on 21 April 2026. The decision was to grant planning permission for the conversion of loft space to habitable use, including raising the ridge height and adding roof lights.
Recommendations Approved
29 Clammas Way 77795/APP/2025/2979
From: Hillingdon Planning Committee - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 7.00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Hillingdon Planning Committee of Hillingdon Council approved the application on 21 April 2026. The decision was to grant planning permission for the erection of two two-storey, three-bedroom dwellings following the demolition of the existing bungalow. Conditions were approved relating to land contamination, step-free access, M4(2) standards, and a Demolition and Construction Management Plan.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 260
- Average per month
- 1.2
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 105