Councillor Lachhya Bahadur Gurung

Planning Committee - Wednesday 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Planning Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 11 March 2026, confirming a Tree Preservation Order for an oak tree at 64 Kingsley Way, approving the demolition of a dwelling at 26 Renters Avenue to construct four flats, and granting retrospective permission for a change of use to a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at 48 Babington Road. The committee also refused an application for the retention of a change of use from two to three self-contained flats at 52 Greenfield Gardens.

Budget Council, Council - Thursday 5th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Barnet Council convened on Thursday, 5th March 2026, to discuss and approve the borough's budget for the upcoming financial year, alongside other key council matters. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the Medium Term Financial Strategy and the 2026/27 budget, which saw a recorded vote on the Conservative Group's amendment. The council also addressed deputations regarding the Underhill South CPZ and the Dollis Valley Regeneration project, approved the Pay Policy Statement, and made decisions on council rents, service charges, and member allowances.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 19th February, 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on Thursday 19 February 2026 to consider an application for an Adult Gaming Centre Premises Licence. The application for Future Leisure Limited at 17 Varley Parade, The Hyde, London, NW9 6RR was granted, with a range of mandatory and agreed conditions imposed.

Council - Tuesday 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council meeting on Tuesday 27 January 2026 saw the reintroduction of weekly separate food waste collections, a commitment from the Labour administration. The meeting also addressed the critical issue of substance misuse among care-experienced young people, with a motion passed to develop a dedicated strategy.

Planning Committee - Wednesday 14th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Planning Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 14 January 2026 to discuss several planning applications. Key decisions included the approval of a change of use for a synagogue at 114 Finchley Lane, the construction of three new dwellings at the rear of 35-49 Gainsborough Road, the conversion of a property at 25 Green Lane into supported living accommodation, and the approval of extensions and alterations to a house at 10 Cotswold Gardens.