Councillor Marian James
Email: marian.james@sutton.gov.uk
Council: Sutton
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
236 meetings · Page 2 of 48
Annual Council Meeting, Council - Tuesday, 26th May, 2026 7.00 pm
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.
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.
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.
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.
Decisions from Meetings
67 decisions · Page 1 of 14
Cognus Mid-Year Performance 2025-26 and Finances 2024-25
From: Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 4th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 04, 2025
...to note the mid-year progress of Cognus against its 2025/26 business plan and the update on its financial position for the year ending 2024/25, approving the recommendations outlined in the report.
Recommendations Approved
Sutton Decentralised Energy Network Mid-Year Performance and Finances 2025-26
From: Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 4th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 04, 2025
...to approve recommendations to note the Sutton Decentralised Energy Network's performance update, draft annual accounts, and risk register, and to seek external investment into SDEN.
Recommendations Approved
Sutton Living Ltd Mid-Year Performance and Finances 2025-26
From: Sutton Shareholdings Board - Tuesday, 4th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 04, 2025
...to note the mid-year progress against the Sutton Living Ltd business plan, the company's and Sutton Living Design and Build's accounts for 2024/25, and the company's updated Risk Register.
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Integrated Sexual Health Service Commissioning
From: Strategy and Resources Committee - Monday, 29th September, 2025 7.10 pm - September 29, 2025
The Strategy and Resources Committee approved recommendations for the Integrated Sexual Health Service Commissioning on 29 September 2025. The committee authorised a six-month extension to the existing contract and the joint procurement of a new contract with other London boroughs, with an option for Sutton to procure independently if joint agreement is not reached. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of Public Health and Wellbeing to enter into a contract following successful procurement.
Recommendations Approved
Facilities Management Hard Services Contract Manager
From: Strategy and Resources Committee - Monday, 29th September, 2025 7.10 pm - September 29, 2025
The Strategy and Resources Committee approved the procurement of a new Facilities Management Hard Services contract and delegated authority to the Strategic Director for Resources to appoint a provider. This decision was made on 29 September 2025. The procurement will require the contractor to utilise EV vehicles and consider sustainable material sourcing.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 236
Average per Month: 1.6
Decisions Recorded: 67