Marian James - Councillor for Sutton (Wallington North)

Marian James

Chair: People Committee

Liberal Democrat Wallington North Sutton

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

230 meetings · Page 1 of 46

Sutton Shareholdings Board Committee Member

Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm

The Sutton Shareholdings Board met on 10 March 2026 to discuss and approve the business plans and budgets for Sutton Decentralised Energy Network (SDEN) and Sutton Living Limited (SLL), and to note the progress and financial position of Cognus Limited. Key decisions included approving a 3.4% price increase for SDEN's unit and standing charges, approving SDEN's 2026-2029 business plan and budget, and approving SLL's 2026-2036 business plan and 2026/27 budget.

March 10, 2026, 6:30 pm
Council Committee Member

Budget Council, Council - Monday, 2nd March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council meeting on Monday 2 March 2026 saw the approval of the 2026-2029 Medium-Term Financial Plan and the 2026-27 Budget, which includes a 4.99% increase in Council Tax. The meeting also included a vote of thanks to the outgoing Mayor, Councillor Louise Phelan, and to retiring councillors.

March 02, 2026, 7:00 pm
People Committee Chair

People Committee - Thursday, 26th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The People Committee meeting on 26 February 2026 saw the committee receive a positive report on the Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team (START), which was rated good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The committee also discussed plans to enhance early years support through Sutton's Family Hubs and a new Best Start in Life offer, and received an update on the development of a new Day Services Commissioning Strategy.

February 26, 2026, 7:00 pm
Senior Officer Appointment Committee Committee Member

Senior Officer Appointment Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 2.30 pm

The Senior Officer Appointment Committee is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 24 February 2026. The primary focus of the meeting will be the interview and selection process for the Director of Children's Social Care and Safeguarding.

February 24, 2026, 2:30 pm
Strategy and Resources Committee Committee Member

Strategy and Resources Committee - Monday, 16th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The Strategy and Resources Committee met on 16 February 2026 to discuss the council's financial performance, the medium-term financial plan, and the proposed budget for 2026/27. Key decisions included the approval of the 2026/27 budget, which incorporates a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, and the agreement to changes to the land boundary for the London Cancer Hub development.

February 16, 2026, 7:00 pm

Decisions from Meetings

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Cognus Business Plan and Budget

From: Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026

The Sutton Shareholdings Board approved the Cognus Business Plan and Budget on 10 March 2026. The board noted the progress made by Cognus Limited against its 2025/28 business plan and received an update on its financial position.

Recommendations Approved

Sutton Decentralised Energy Network (SDEN) Business Plan and Budget

From: Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026

The Sutton Shareholdings Board approved the Sutton Decentralised Energy Network (SDEN) Business Plan and Budget on 10 March 2026. The board approved recommendations for the 2026-29 Business Plan and budget, and noted the Risk Register.

Recommendations Approved

Sutton Living Limited (SLL) 2026/27 Budget & Ten Year Business Plan

From: Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 6.30 pm - March 10, 2026

The Sutton Shareholdings Board approved Sutton Living Limited's 2026/27 budget and ten-year business plan on 10 March 2026. The plan focuses on acquiring and managing affordable rented homes to reduce homelessness and reliance on temporary accommodation. It includes plans to scale up resources, review company financial regulations, and establish a Registered Provider subsidiary.

Recommendations Approved

London Cancer Hub Update

From: Strategy and Resources Committee - Monday, 16th February, 2026 7.00 pm - February 16, 2026

The Strategy and Resources Committee approved recommendations regarding the London Cancer Hub on 16 February 2026. The committee agreed to a variation of the Agreement for Lease to allow for a recommended site boundary change and delegated authority to the Strategic Director of Resources and Section 151 Officer to negotiate the detailed terms of this variation. This includes safeguarding land for potential future relocation of allotments.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings attended
230
Average per month
1.6
Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
75