Ian Thomas

Policy and Resources Committee Officer

Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 19th February, 2026 1.45 pm

The Policy and Resources Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 19 February 2026, to discuss a range of important matters. Key topics on the agenda include a review of the committee's terms of reference, an assessment of governance efficiencies and prioritisation, and the annual report on the City of London Corporation's Corporate Plan for 2024-2029. The committee will also consider the future funding of the Climate Action Strategy post-2027 and proposals regarding natural environment charities.

Finance Committee Officer

Finance Committee - Tuesday, 17th February, 2026 12.45 pm

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for 17 February 2026 was set to cover a range of financial matters, including budget monitoring, the proper use of corporate P-cards, and updates on departmental business plans and risk management. A key item for discussion was the potential unsustainability of medium-term finances for both the City Fund and the City's Estate, alongside the financial health of the Housing Revenue Account.

Court of Aldermen Officer

Court of Aldermen - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 12.30 pm

The Court of Aldermen convened on Tuesday 3 February 2026, with The Lady Mayor, Dame Susan Langley, DBE, taking the chair. The meeting's agenda included the confirmation of previous minutes, resolutions on retirements and congratulatory matters, applications for the Freedom of the City, and reports from the General Purposes Committee of Aldermen.

General Purposes Committee of Aldermen Officer

General Purposes Committee of Aldermen - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 10.00 am

The General Purposes Committee of Aldermen met on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the bye-laws of the Worshipful Company of Builders' Merchants and a supplemental charter for the Worshipful Company of Needlemakers. The committee also reviewed the City Corporation's relationship with the Guildable Manor of Southwark and received an update on support for the UK's financial and professional services sector.

Policy and Resources Committee Officer

Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 29th January, 2026 1.45 pm

The Policy and Resources Committee of the City of London Council met on Thursday 29 January 2026 to discuss a range of financial and strategic matters. Key topics scheduled for consideration included the positioning of an overnight stay levy, the 2026/27 pay policy statement, and departmental budget estimates for the upcoming financial year.