Councillor Liam Davis

Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission - Monday 23 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission of Hackney Council met on Monday 23 February 2026 to discuss the critical issue of green skills within the construction sector and review the commission's work programme. The meeting was scheduled to include presentations on green skills provision and the construction industry's response to national skills needs, as well as a review of the commission's planned activities for the upcoming year.

Council - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Council meeting on 28 January 2026 saw the approval of amendments to a motion on school exclusions, the endorsement of the Children and Families Service's full-year report, and the approval of the Council Taxbase and Local Business Rates Income for 2026/27. Key decisions also included the approval of the Pay Policy Statement for Chief Officers for 2026/2027 and the adoption of the Borough of Sanctuary Framework and Action Plan.

Licensing Sub Committee B - Monday 26 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Licensing Sub Committee B of Hackney Council met on Monday 26 January 2026 to consider applications for premises licences for two establishments: Popeyes, a fast-food restaurant, and The Bike Shed, a motorcycle club and event space. The committee was scheduled to discuss the proposed operating hours and licensable activities for both venues, taking into account representations from residents and responsible authorities.

Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission - Monday 19 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission met to review Hackney's business support provision, focusing on town centres and high street businesses. The Commission examined past and current programmes, considered the wider London business support landscape, and discussed future strategies for supporting local businesses, particularly those on high streets.

Call-in Extra Ordinary Meeting, Scrutiny Panel - Monday 19 January 2026 5.00 pm

The Scrutiny Panel was scheduled to consider a call-in request concerning a key decision made by the Cabinet regarding the implementation of standard fees and charges for markets, street trading, and shop fronts for the 2025/2026 financial year. The meeting's agenda also included standard procedural items.