Councillor Mariam Dawood

Extraordinary, Council - Monday 8th December 2025 6.30 p.m.

Newham Council is holding an extraordinary meeting where they will consider nominations for Honorary Alderperson and Honorary Freedom of the Borough Awards. The council will also address standard meeting procedures such as apologies for absence and declarations of interest.

Council - Monday 8th December 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 8 December 2025 saw significant announcements regarding the borough's future, including Newham being chosen as the preferred new home for London's historic Billingate and Smithfield markets, and the designation of the Youth Empowerment Service as an exemplary national service. Key discussions also revolved around the upcoming council budget, the progress of the Just Transition Plan, and motions addressing immigration policies and support for unpaid carers.

Themed, Council - Monday 10th November 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Council of Newham convened on Monday 10 November 2025 to discuss a range of significant issues, including the borough's approach to growth, waste management, and housing affordability. The meeting agenda included updates from Cabinet members, a review of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee's work programme, and consideration of a themed report on Growth with a Purpose: Homes, Jobs, and Inclusive Communities. A key item was the proposed submission of the East London Joint Waste Plan to the Secretary of State, alongside discussions on two motions submitted by the Green Group and the Labour Group.

Council - Thursday 9th October 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Newham Council meeting on 9 October 2025 included discussion of gambling regulation, temporary accommodation safeguarding, and updates from scrutiny committees. The council approved the appointment of three co-opted members to the Standards Committee, and also received updates on the Overview and Scrutiny Committee's work programme.

Education Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission - Monday 15th September 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Education, Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission met to discuss education place planning, youth empowerment, and community safety, agreeing to note reports on each topic. Councillors raised concerns about school closures, support for pupils with special educational needs, and the impact of poverty on young people.