Councillor Linda Bird
Email: linda.bird@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Council: Greenwich
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
30 meetings · Page 1 of 6
Council Annual Meeting - Wednesday, 27th May, 2026 7.00 pm
Council - Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 7.00 pm
The Council is scheduled to convene for a meeting where a range of important governance and policy matters are set to be presented for consideration. Key discussions are anticipated regarding the annual audit report, proposed changes to the Council's constitution, and the annual pay policy statement.
Council Special Meeting - Thursday, 26th February, 2026 7.00 pm
The Council Special Meeting of Greenwich Council, held on Thursday 26 February 2026, focused primarily on the setting of the Council's budget and council tax for the 2026-27 financial year. Key decisions included approving a 4.99% increase in council tax, comprising a 2.99% rise for general service delivery and a 2% precept for adult social care, alongside the adoption of the Medium Term Financial Strategy and the Housing Revenue Account budget.
Council - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Council meeting on 28 January 2026 saw the approval of changes to the Council's Constitution regarding Directorate Schemes of Authorisation. Several motions were also presented, including one to oppose detrimental changes to the Freedom Pass scheme, one calling for modernising national gambling legislation, and one addressing the council's 'Red' rating for road maintenance.
Council - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 7.00 pm
Royal Greenwich Council met in December 2025 to discuss a range of issues, including approving a draft local plan for consultation, adopting a revised licensing policy, and addressing community safety and road repairs through dedicated motions. Councillors also noted updates on treasury management and strategic risks.
Decisions from Meetings
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Treasury Management and Capital Outturn 2024-25
From: Council - Wednesday, 23rd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 23, 2025
...the Treasury Management Outturn Report and the Capital Outturn Report for 2024/25 were agreed, along with noting comments from the Audit and Risk Management Panel regarding the need for continued vigilance on servicing costs and the importance of a robust long-term asset management plan to support the capital programme.
Recommendations Approved
Changes to the Executive Functions Scheme of Delegation
From: Council - Wednesday, 23rd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 23, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Appointment of a Second Independent member to Audit & Risk Management Panel
From: Council - Wednesday, 23rd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 23, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Motion Call for the establishment of a banking hub on Eltham High Street to ensure access to cash & other financial services are readily available to all within Eltham
From: Council - Wednesday, 23rd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 23, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Royal Borough of Greenwich Strategic Risk Register
From: Council - Wednesday, 25th June, 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025
...the Council noted the Royal Borough’s updated Strategic Risk Register, which contains key risks threatening the Council's plans and strategies, along with controls and mitigating actions.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 30
Average per Month: 1.3
Decisions Recorded: 83