Jenifer Gould

Joint Consultative Committee with Ethnic Minority Organisations Committee Member

Joint Consultative Committee with Ethnic Minority Organisations - Tuesday 2 December 2025 6.00 pm

The Joint Consultative Committee with Ethnic Minority Organisations was scheduled to discuss co-production strategies, Merton Talking Therapies, and the Big Conversation. The meeting was also scheduled to include updates from JCC members.

Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel Vice-Chair

Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 20 November 2025 7.15 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel meeting on 20 November 2025. The agenda included the first round of budget and business plan discussions, a report on the Care Quality Commission's findings at St George's Hospital, and an annual safeguarding report. Also on the agenda was the Health and Wellbeing Board report, and a review of the panel's work programme.

Council Committee Member

Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.30 pm

The Merton Council meeting on 19 November 2025 addressed a range of important local issues, including the adoption of a new Statement of Licensing Policy, financial monitoring, and updates from community forums. Key decisions included the adoption of the new licensing policy and approval for amendments to the capital programme.

Council Committee Member

Special Meeting, Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.00 pm

The Merton Council meeting of 19 November 2025 included discussion of conferring the Honorary Freedom of the Borough to Allan Barley and Stephen Hammond. The council was scheduled to consider and vote on resolutions for each individual, recognising their contributions to the borough.

Health and Wellbeing Board Committee Member

Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday 11 November 2025 6.15 pm

The Merton Health and Wellbeing Board's meeting on 11 November 2025 was scheduled to cover a range of public health priorities, including updates on preventative actions, safeguarding reports for both children and adults, and specific strategies for addressing behavioural risk factors and the harms caused by alcohol and drugs. The meeting also included provision for verbal updates on pharmaceutical needs, lived experience in public health, and preparations for future discussions on strong communities.