Jenifer Gould

Health and Wellbeing Board - Thursday 18 September 2025 6.15 pm

The Merton Council Health and Wellbeing Board convened to discuss a range of topics, including winter planning, the implementation of the Children and Young People's Plan, and the development of a child poverty strategy. The board also considered an update on changes within the Integrated Care Board[^2] (ICB) and joint commissioning priorities with health services.

Extraordinary Council Meeting to meet at the conclusion of the previous meeting, Council - Wednesday 17 September 2025 7.15 pm

Merton Council convened an extraordinary meeting to discuss the importance of community policing and the future of police stations in the borough. Councillors debated the need to maintain a visible police presence and ensure public trust in the police. Amendments were proposed by both the Liberal Democrats and Conservatives, but neither was successful, and ultimately, the council agreed to discuss the original motion.

Council - Wednesday 17 September 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council meeting scheduled for 17 September 2025 included discussion of motions relating to the future of Mitcham and Wimbledon police stations, and housing affordability. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss the annual reports from the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and the Governance, Standards and Audit Committee, as well as changes to committee membership and the appointment of an independent member to the Governance, Standards and Audit Committee.

Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 11 September 2025 7.15 pm

The Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel of Merton Council scheduled a meeting to discuss the Care Quality Commission (CQC) update, the impact of Integrated Care Board (ICB) changes, and the panel's work programme.

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

The Joint Consultative Committee with Ethnic Minority Organisations met to discuss the Merton Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2030, and to hear a presentation on PlayZones as part of the Merton Borough of Sport initiative. The committee also agreed on the minutes from the previous meeting.