Councillor Jeremy Fosten

Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 14th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss strengthening the voice of children in special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) services, the Bexley S.H.I.E.L.D. annual report, the youth justice strategic plan, and a six-month update on recommendations for a safety valve programme[^1]. The committee also reviewed its work programme for the coming year.

Planning Committee - Thursday, 9th October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Bexley Council Planning Committee met to discuss three town planning applications. A proposal for 12 flats on Old Manor Way was deferred for more information about road safety, while plans for a building containing two flats on Lea Vale were approved. Councillors also approved a retrospective application for air conditioning units at Blendon Methodist Church.

Pensions Committee - Monday, 6th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Bexley Council Pensions Committee scheduled a meeting to discuss the administration and financial performance of the Bexley Pension Fund. The agenda included a review of the fund's annual report, quarterly performance, and investment strategy. Councillors were also expected to review the results of a survey on investment beliefs and strategic asset allocation.

Planning Committee - Thursday, 4th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Bexley Council Planning Committee met to discuss several town planning applications for development, ultimately approving applications for 41 Burnt Oak Lane, 29 Ellison Road, 19A Melanie Close, 9 The Green, Land Adjacent to 309 Halfway Street, and 99 Bexley High Street. Councillors also approved an application to vary condition 2 of planning permission Ref: 21/01708/FUL for Land Adjacent To 1-18 Evans Court, and approved alterations to the Premier Inn at 51 Albion Road. Councillors refused an application for garages adjacent to 11 Black Horse Road.

Planning Committee - Thursday, 31st July, 2025 7.00 pm

The London Borough of Bexley Planning Committee met on 31 July 2025, considering several planning applications. The committee approved plans for a residential development at Bursted Woods despite concerns about parking and affordable housing, and also approved applications for roof tile replacements and a two-storey rear extension. However, the committee refused an application for a new dwelling on Blackhorse Road due to concerns about its design and potential parking issues.