Councillor James Manthel

Place Committee - Thursday 5 February 2026 7:30 pm

The Place Committee meeting scheduled for 5 February 2026 was set to discuss the council's financial strategy, including the Medium Term Financial Strategy and the detailed budget for 2026/27. Other key items on the agenda included proposals for highway maintenance, street lighting, and the development of the Local Plan. The committee was also scheduled to consider motions referred from the Council concerning the over-concentration of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and the Vehicle Crossover Policy.

Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee - Thursday 29 January 2026 7:30 pm

The Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee meeting scheduled for 29 January 2026 was set to discuss several key local issues, including the permanent implementation of traffic management orders in North Kingston, the introduction of a new parking scheme in Dickerage Lane, and the allocation of Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (NCIL) funds. The committee was also scheduled to consider and adopt 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.