Katherine Burston

General Overview and Scrutiny Committee Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council's General Overview and Scrutiny Committee convened to discuss the proposed closure of Bradstow Community Special School in Kent. After hearing arguments for and against the closure, the committee voted to take no further action, effectively allowing the Cabinet's decision to close the school to proceed. This decision was made despite concerns raised about the impact on vulnerable children and the financial implications for the council.

Grants Sub-Committee Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council Grants Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet on 6 November 2025 to discuss recommendations for the Community Spaces and Inflationary Pressures Grant Fund. The Sub-Committee will consider applications for funding from various organisations and make recommendations accordingly, with final decisions delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive. This fund aims to support the council's response to the cost of living crisis by providing financial assistance to community spaces and food projects, as well as organisations facing increased demand due to inflationary pressures.

Cabinet Officer

Wandsworth Council

Wandsworth Council's Cabinet met this November to discuss a range of issues, including the closure of Bradstow School, improvements to Wandsworth Town Station, and a review of fees and charges for 2026/27. The Cabinet approved the closure of Bradstow School, supported the Wandsworth Town Station improvements, agreed to freeze parking charges, and approved a new domestic abuse policy. They also received updates on the Clapham Junction Urban Heart Masterplan and the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) business plan.

Cabinet Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council cabinet met to discuss a range of issues, including the Access for All programme, procurement of integrated sexual health services, public space protection orders, and financial matters. The cabinet approved the procurement strategy for a new integrated sexual health service, the extension of the existing Public Space Protection Order (PSPO), and a new PSPO for dog control. They also approved the council's medium term financial strategy and additions to the general fund capital programme.

Grants Sub-Committee Officer

Agenda

The Grants Overview and Scrutiny Sub-committee was scheduled to meet on 9 September 2025, to discuss the allocation of funding from the Wandsworth Grant Fund (WGF). The report pack included details of 15 eligible applications, requesting a total of £130,932. Council officers assessed these applications and made recommendations for grant awards.