Councillor James Rathbone
Email: James.Rathbone@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
59 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Planning Committee B - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 7.00 pm
Public Accounts Select Committee - Thursday, 29th January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Public Accounts Select Committee is scheduled to discuss the council's budget for the upcoming financial year, 2026-27, which will involve a detailed review of proposed spending, savings, and income generation. The committee will also consider its work programme for the remainder of the municipal year, ensuring its scrutiny activities align with the council's strategic priorities.
Council - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to discuss a range of financial and governance matters. Key topics scheduled for consideration included the setting of the Council Tax base for the upcoming year, a review of the Council's constitution, and updates on treasury management.
Planning Committee B - Tuesday, 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Planning Committee B of Lewisham Council met on Tuesday 27 January 2026 to discuss the proposed redevelopment of Blackheath Station Car Park. After extensive deliberation and hearing from various stakeholders, the committee resolved to defer a decision on the application to allow for the submission of additional information regarding parking surveys on peak trading days, a retail impact assessment, and more detailed plans for the farmers' market operation and emergency service access.
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 7.00 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to discuss the Lewisham Transformation Plan and the borough's economic development strategy, Inclusive Economy Lewisham. The committee will be asked to note the Transforming Lewisham Plan and its intended outcomes, and to comment on updates regarding the Inclusive Economy Lewisham strategy.
Decisions from Meetings
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Declarations of Interests
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
... to approve recommendations regarding the declaration of interests by council members, ensuring transparency and adherence to the Council's Member Code of Conduct.
Recommendations Approved
Annual Mayoral Address
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...to approve the recommendations following the Mayor's annual address.
Recommendations Approved
Committee Terms of Reference
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...to approve the terms of reference for its committees, as detailed in the Review of the Constitution report.
Recommendations Approved
Review of the Constitution
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
... to approve a new Council Constitution, including articles, procedures, and codes of conduct, following a review and consideration of feedback from the Governance Committee.
Recommendations Approved
Appointment to Outside Bodies
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...to appoint named members to various outside bodies, including committees, boards, and organizations, as detailed in the tabled schedule.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 59
Average per Month: 2.7
Decisions Recorded: 69