Jessica Hammersley-Rich

Council - Wednesday, 15th April, 2026 6.30 pm

The Council meeting on 15 April 2026 saw the appointment of a new Honorary Recorder and discussions regarding proposed changes to the Council Procedure Rules. The meeting also featured valedictory speeches from several councillors who were stepping down, reflecting on their service and the challenges of public life.

Health & Wellbeing Board - Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 2.00 pm

The Health and Wellbeing Board of Croydon Council met on Wednesday 18 March 2026 to discuss a range of initiatives aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of the borough's residents, with a particular focus on children, young people, and families. Key decisions included noting the progress of the Family Hubs model, endorsing strategies for infant feeding and parental mental health, and approving the Better Care Fund submission.

Licensing Committee - Monday, 16th March, 2026 6.30 pm

The Licensing Committee of Croydon Council met on Monday, 16 March 2026, to discuss the outcome of a consultation on the review of the Cumulative Impact Assessment (CIA) for the London Borough of Croydon. The committee was also scheduled to consider applications for street trading designation and licences at four different locations.

Budget Council, Council - Wednesday, 25th February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Croydon Council meeting held on Wednesday 25 February 2026 discussed and debated the Council's Budget and Council Tax for 2026-2027. A 4.99% increase in Council Tax was proposed, which includes a 2% levy for adult social care. The net budget requirement for 2026-27 was set at £485.401 million, with a Council Tax requirement of £288,943,962. The overall Band D Council Tax charge will be £2,599.91. Due to the Greater London Authority's budget being confirmed after the Council's meeting, a special Council Tax Setting Committee was scheduled to convene to finalise the exact Council Tax bills.