Councillor Mary Mitchell

Council - Monday 15 September 2025 6.00 pm

At a meeting of Brent Council, councillors debated topics ranging from local traffic concerns to international relations, and also reviewed the council's finances. The council approved a motion to push for visitor levy powers, but voted down motions on street cleaning and illegal immigration.

Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 2 September 2025 6.00 pm

The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the establishment of a budget scrutiny task group, and to review the Brent local plan. The committee agreed to establish a budget scrutiny task force, and discussed the scope, approach, and governance of the local plan review, including housing targets, climate change, and community engagement.

To be hosted as an online meeting by the London Borough of Brent, Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee - Monday 21 July 2025 6.00 pm

The Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee met on 21 July 2025 to discuss updates to the Welsh Harp Management Plan from both the London Borough of Barnet and Brent Council, as well as an update from the Canal & River Trust. The committee was also scheduled to elect a chair and vice-chair for the 2025-26 municipal year. The meeting was held online and was available for the press and public to follow via a live webcast.

Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 16 July 2025 6.00 pm

The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee met to discuss recycling performance, budget updates, and the committee's work programme for the year. Key discussion points included strategies for improving recycling rates, addressing financial pressures, and ensuring effective community engagement.

Council - Monday 7 July 2025 6.00 pm

The Brent Council meeting included the appointment of a new deputy mayor, discussions on twinning with Nablus, petitions regarding the East Lane Theatre and Barham Park, and motions on street cleaning, smartphone use, and delivery rider protections. Councillors also discussed a potential visitor levy and committee representation.