James Kinsella
Council: Brent
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Planning Committee - Wednesday, 11 March 2026 - 6.15 pm
Cabinet - Monday, 9 March 2026 - 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Brent Council was scheduled to consider a range of reports concerning financial resources, housing companies, procurement, public health, and waste management. Key discussions were anticipated regarding the allocation of the new Crisis and Resilience Fund and the business plans for the council's wholly-owned housing companies, i4B Holdings Ltd and First Wave Housing Ltd.
Schools Forum - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Schools Forum meeting scheduled for Thursday 26 February 2026 was set to discuss the financial allocations for the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) for the 2026-27 academic year, with a particular focus on the High Needs Block (HNB) and the Early Years (EY) Block. A significant portion of the discussion was also dedicated to the ongoing deficit management plan for the HNB, addressing the growing financial pressures within the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) system.
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 important issues. The agenda included a review of the Council's arrangements for tackling fly-tipping and littering, a detailed financial forecast for the current year, and an annual report on complaints handling. The committee was also scheduled to receive updates on the scrutiny recommendations tracker and the committee's work programme for the upcoming year.
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.
Decisions from Meetings
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25/1069 - Havenwood Garages
From: Planning Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025 6.00 pm - December 10, 2025
... planning permission was granted for the demolition of existing garages and redevelopment of the site to provide five residential blocks, relocation of the existing substation, and associated amenities, subject to a legal agreement securing planning obligations and revised privacy conditions for a specific flat in Block E.
Recommendations Approved
Declarations of interests
From: Planning Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025 6.00 pm - December 10, 2025
...to approve the recommendations after Councillor Johnson declared a personal interest related to Agenda Item 3 but remained present, deeming himself able to consider the application impartially.
Recommendations Approved
Apologies for Absence
From: Planning Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025 6.00 pm - December 10, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, noting that there were no apologies for absence.
Recommendations Approved
Any Other Urgent Business
From: Planning Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025 6.00 pm - December 10, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, noting there was no other urgent business to discuss.
Recommendations Approved
Any other urgent business
From: Cabinet - Monday 8 December 2025 10.00 am - December 08, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, acknowledge that there were no items of urgent business, and for the Leader of the Council to thank members and officers for their support and wish them well for the festive season.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 114
Average per Month: 4.2
Decisions Recorded: 299