Holly Ramsey

Council - Wednesday, 15th April, 2026 6.30 pm

The Council meeting saw the appointment of His Honour Judge Edward Connell as the new Honorary Recorder of the London Borough of Croydon. Significant changes to the Council Procedure Rules were also approved, aimed at preparing the council for potential shifts in political composition following the upcoming Mayoral and Local Elections. The meeting also included valedictory speeches from several councillors marking the end of their service.

Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 17th March, 2026 6.30 pm

The Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee of Croydon Council was scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, to review progress on the Executive Mayor's Business Plan, discuss responses to Reports to Prevent Future Deaths, and receive an update from Healthwatch Croydon. The meeting agenda also included a review of the Sub-Committee's work programme for the upcoming years.

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.

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

The Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee meeting focused on the 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 continuation of the Neighbourhood Health and Care programme, and reviewing the progress and savings targets for the Adults Living Independently transformation programme.

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 .