Cllr Kim Taylor-Smith

Leadership Team - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.30 pm

Here is a summary of the items scheduled for discussion at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Leadership Team meeting on 9 July 2025.

Full Council - Wednesday, 25th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Kensington and Chelsea Full Council met to discuss a range of issues, including community safety, the impact of national insurance contributions, and step-free access at South Kensington station. The council agreed to note reports on urgent decisions and community safety, and also agreed to request that the Lead Member for Finance investigate the implications of changes to National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and make a written submission to the government.

Administration Committee - Monday, 16th June, 2025 5.30 pm

The Administration Committee of Kensington and Chelsea Council met on 16 June 2025 to discuss changes to the council's constitution. The proposed changes included revisions to the standing orders regarding petitions and questions to lead members, as well as adjustments to the Chief Executive's delegated authorities. The committee was also scheduled to review the minutes from previous meetings.

Leadership Team - Wednesday, 4th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Kensington and Chelsea Leadership Team were scheduled to discuss a settlement of civil claims related to the Grenfell Tower disaster, an arrangement with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) Pension Fund to help alleviate the temporary accommodation crisis, and an update on the Notting Dale Heat Network programme. They were also scheduled to confirm the minutes of their previous meeting.

Full Council - Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 6.30 pm

At the annual general meeting of Kensington and Chelsea Council, Councillor Tom Bennett was elected as Mayor for the coming year, with Councillor Arian Oretti appointed as Deputy Mayor. The council also conducted its annual review of committee representation and appointments, ensuring political balance across its various committees and outside organisations. Additionally, the council paid tribute to the outgoing Mayor, Councillor Will Lane, and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Laura Burns, for their service over the past year.