Councillor Howard Jackson

Council - Wednesday, 27th May, 2026 7.30 pm

Planning Committee - Thursday, 16th April, 2026 7.00 pm

The Bexley Council Planning Committee met on Thursday 16 April 2026, approving a revised plan for community use of a multi-use games area (MUGA) at Benedict House Preparatory School and granting permission for two new dwellings at 9 Warren Road, Sidcup. The committee also approved extensions and conversions at 13-14 Christopher Close and 2 Montgomery Close, and a single-storey extension at 20 Sandhurst Road.

Council - Wednesday, 15th April, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on 15 April 2026 saw extensive debate on the Council's performance and future direction, with a significant portion of the meeting dedicated to a motion regretting the impact of the Labour government on Bexley residents. The meeting also included discussions on the Council's budget, community safety strategy, and the appointment of a new Monitoring Officer, alongside tributes to councillors not seeking re-election.

Finance & Corporate Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 25th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Finance and Corporate Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, to discuss the Council's People Strategy and Culture Transformation Programme, the findings of a sub-group on local authority funding and resourcing challenges, and the implementation of the Procurement Act 2023. The committee also received updates from Cabinet Members and reviewed the committee's work programme.

Adult Social Care & Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Adult Social Care & Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss proposed changes to inpatient haematology care at Princess Royal University Hospital, review adult social care performance and user feedback, and examine efforts to tackle health inequalities in North Bexley. Key decisions included the continuation of engagement on the haematology care proposals and a commitment to further investigate areas for improvement in adult social care services, particularly concerning carer support and communication.