Councillor Karen Bellamy

Council - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Waltham Forest Council met to discuss a range of topics, including amendments to the council's constitution, treasury management, and a motion regarding support for local businesses. Councillors agreed to amend the Council Procedure Rules and the Councillor's Code of Conduct, and noted reports on treasury management activities, scrutiny, and the use of emergency provisions. The council also rejected a Conservative Group motion calling for support for local businesses.

Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny - Thursday, 25th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny Committee were scheduled to meet to discuss a number of topics, including a proposal to enter into a new Section 75 agreement[^2] with North East London Foundation Trust (NELFT), and proposed changes to the Minimum Income Guarantee uplift. The committee was also expected to review the draft forward plan for the 2025/26 municipal year.

Scrutiny Coordinating Committee - Wednesday, 24th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Scrutiny Coordinating Committee of Waltham Forest Council met on 24 September 2025 to discuss early intervention and prevention strategies, safeguarding partnerships, and corporate performance. The committee also planned to review action and recommendation trackers, and consider future agenda items. Councillor Yusuf Patel, Chair of the Scrutiny Coordinating Committee, was present alongside other councillors.

Council - Thursday, 17th July, 2025 7.30 pm

Waltham Forest Council met on 17 July 2025, and after observing a moment of silence for the victims of the 7/7 attacks and others, councillors discussed a range of issues including play and community spaces, the borough's financial situation, and parking fees. A motion to support and improve play opportunities for children was passed, and several appointments to committees and outside bodies were agreed.

Scrutiny Coordinating Committee - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 7.00 pm

The Scrutiny Coordinating Committee was scheduled to meet to discuss corporate performance, the Waltham Forest Max programme, and the upcoming scrutiny annual report. The committee was also expected to review its approach to scrutiny reviews and consider its forward plan for the coming year.