Councillor James Manthel
Email: james.manthel@kingston.gov.uk
Council: Kingston upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
38 meetings · Page 1 of 8
Place Committee - Thursday 5 February 2026 7:30 pm
The Place Committee is scheduled to convene on Thursday 5 February 2026, with a key focus on the council's financial strategy and the future of local development. The committee will also consider policies related to housing, transport infrastructure, and highway maintenance.
Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee - Thursday 29 January 2026 7:30 pm
The Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee is scheduled to discuss proposals for permanent traffic management orders in North Kingston, consider objections to a new parking scheme in Dickerage Lane, and review applications for Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (NCIL) funding. The committee will also consider adopting a refreshed Neighbourhood Community Plan.
Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee - Thursday 15 January 2026 7:30 pm
The Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee was scheduled to discuss a range of community-focused issues, including traffic management on Manorgate Road and Coombe Lane West, planned highway maintenance, and community safety initiatives. The committee was also set to consider applications for Neighbourhood Community Grants.
Council - Tuesday 16 December 2025 7:30 pm
The Council of Kingston upon Thames met on Tuesday 16 December 2025, with the agenda including discussions on a motion to reaffirm the borough's commitment to safety and inclusivity, and several motions for referral to relevant committees concerning gambling reform, combating extremism, and supporting Police Community Support Officers. The meeting also scheduled consideration of appointments to various council roles and committees, as well as the retention of the council's committee system governance arrangements.
Place Committee - Thursday 20 November 2025 7:30 pm
The Kingston upon Thames Place Committee met on 20 November 2025 and approved the proposed schemes listed in Annex 1 of the Proposed Local Implementation Plan (LIP) Programme 2026/27 for submission to Transport for London (TfL). The committee also delegated authority to the Director of Highways, Transport and Regulatory Services, in consultation with the relevant Portfolio Holder, to approve any necessary adjustments or prioritisation of the proposed schemes if TfL amends the funding levels.
Decisions from Meetings
82 decisions · Page 11 of 17
Proposed Appointment of Honorary Alderman
From: Special meeting on the rising of Council, Council - Thursday 27 February 2025 8:30 pm - February 27, 2025
Decision made
Rose Theatre - Renewal of 5-Year Agreement
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 11 February 2025 7:30 pm - February 11, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Local Development Scheme for the Local Plan
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 11 February 2025 7:30 pm - February 11, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Planned Highway Maintenance and Street Lighting Capital Programme 2025/26
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 11 February 2025 7:30 pm - February 11, 2025
...to approve the prioritised planned highway, footway, and street lighting capital maintenance program for 2025/26, as detailed in Annexes 2 and 4, and to delegate authority to the Assistant Director Highways, Transport and Regulatory Services to manage in-year changes in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
Recommendations Approved
Medium Term Financial Strategy 2025/26 - 2028/29 and Detailed Budget 2025/26
From: Place Committee - Tuesday 11 February 2025 7:30 pm - February 11, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 38
Average per Month: 1.8
Decisions Recorded: 82