Councillor Marilyn Ashton
Email: marilyn.ashton@harrow.gov.uk
Council: Harrow
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Chief Officers' Employment Panel - Wednesday 5 November 2025 5.00 pm
The Chief Officers' Employment Panel of Harrow Council met on 5 November 2025 to discuss one substantive item, the appointment of a Strategic Director of Corporate Resources and Innovation. The meeting also included standard items such as noting membership and declarations of interest. Some of the discussion was expected to be held in private.
the Cabinet of Harrow Council
This meeting has been postponed.
Planning Committee - Tuesday 14 October 2025 6.30 pm
The Harrow Council Planning Committee convened in October, primarily to discuss and decide on a hybrid planning application for the redevelopment of the Harrow Civic Centre, also known as Poet's Corner. The committee voted to grant the application, subject to a legal agreement, for a project that includes phased demolition, construction of residential buildings, and provision for commercial and community spaces.
Planning Committee - Thursday 25 September 2025 6.30 pm
The Harrow Council Planning Committee met on 25 September 2025, and refused a major application to demolish buildings at Traveller's Rest, 134 Kenton Road and construct a mixed-use development. The committee also deferred a decision on a planning application for 3 Gerald Road, and approved applications for Pinner Cricket Club, Harrow College and Bentley Wood High School.
Council - Thursday 18 September 2025 6.30 pm
Harrow Council met to discuss a range of issues, including public safety, education, and healthcare. A motion to demand that the Labour government honour the funding commitment for a new special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school in Harrow was approved, while motions opposing the Mayor of London's planned closure of Harrow Police Station's front desk and opposing the Labour Government's closure of Mount Vernon's Urgent Care Unit were both carried.
Decisions from Meetings
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Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) decision and report
From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Strategic Performance Report Q1 2025-26
From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Adult Social Care Strategy, 2025-2030
From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025
...the Cabinet of Harrow approved the Adult Social Care Strategy 2025-2030 and its action plan, aiming to deliver sustainable, person-centred care by reducing inequalities, promoting independence, and delaying escalation of need through a strong prevention approach.
Recommendations Approved
Grange Farm Phase 2a additional demolition works
From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025
...to approve the demolition of two additional blocks at Grange Farm Phase 2a by the existing contractor due to health and safety concerns related to exposed asbestos, increasing the total contract value to £916,845.
Recommendations Approved
Contract for Provision and Hosting of Pensions Administration IT System
From: the Cabinet of Harrow Council - October 30, 2025
...to ensure the Council had a Pensions Administration system, they approved commencing procurement for a new system, delegating authority to the Strategic Director of Finance to award the contract and make related decisions during the procurement process.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 65
Average per Month: 3.3
Decisions Recorded: 96