James Kinsella

Cabinet Officer

Cabinet - Monday, 9 March 2026 - 10.00 am

The Cabinet meeting on 9 March 2026 saw the approval of a new procurement strategy aimed at enhancing community wealth building and effective contract management, alongside a significant £7.8 million allocation for the Crisis and Resilience Fund to support residents facing financial hardship. Key decisions also included the appointment of a new director for the council's housing companies, i4B Holdings Ltd and First Wave Housing Ltd, and the approval of their respective business plans for 2026/27.

Schools Forum Secretary

Schools Forum - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Schools Forum meeting scheduled for Thursday 26 February 2026 was set to discuss the detailed budgets for the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) High Needs Block for the 2026-27 academic year, alongside an update on the DSG Deficit Management Plan. The forum was also scheduled to consider the Early Years Block budgets for the same period.

Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee Officer

Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee of Brent Council met on Tuesday 24 February 2026 to discuss a range of issues including fly-tipping and littering, the council's financial forecast, and the annual complaints report. Key decisions included noting the council's financial position and agreeing to provide further data on year-on-year comparisons for fly-tipping and enforcement actions. The committee also reviewed the Housing Revenue Account's financial forecast and discussed strategies for improving complaint handling processes across various council services.

Brent Pension Fund Sub-Committee Officer

Brent Pension Fund Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Brent Pension Fund Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for 18 February 2026 was set to cover a range of financial and strategic matters concerning the Brent Pension Fund. Key discussions were expected to focus on the triennial valuation results and the associated Funding Strategy Statement, alongside an update on the Fund's investment strategy and performance monitoring. The committee was also scheduled to receive reports on engagement activities undertaken by the Local Authority Pension Fund Forum (LAPFF) and an update on member training.

Planning Committee Officer

Budget and Council Tax Setting, Council - Tuesday 24 February 2026 10.30 am

The Planning Committee of Brent Council was scheduled to discuss three planning applications. These included proposals for a new community centre and training facility, temporary uses for sports and entertainment venues, and the erection of a new dwelling.