Councillor Nick Mearing-Smith

Council - Tuesday 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of the London Borough of Barnet is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 27 January 2026. The agenda includes discussions on a range of topics, from waste collection services and strategies to address violence against women and girls, to financial management and constitutional reviews.

Pension Fund Committee - Tuesday 13th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Pension Fund Committee of Barnet Council met on Tuesday 13 January 2026 to discuss administration updates, investment strategy, and risk management. Key decisions included the approval of new admission agreements for Capita Business Services Limited and HCL (Cromer Road School), and the adoption of new policies regarding cessations and prepayments. The committee also approved changes to the fund's strategic asset allocation and delegated authority for the finalisation of investment management agreements.

Extraordinary Council, Council - Tuesday 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm

The extraordinary meeting of Barnet Council was called to discuss a motion regarding secrecy and failures in corporate parenting following the deaths of three care-experienced young people. The council agreed to strengthen briefing protocols for members and ensure that all corporate parents are immediately informed of any event involving looked-after young persons which may reasonably be expected to require an inquest. An amendment to the motion calling for the resignation of the Leader of the Council and the Cabinet Member for Family Friendly Barnet was rejected.

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) - Thursday 27th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) convened to discuss a range of topics, including the council's anti-fraud strategy, risk management, internal and external audit progress, treasury management, and member development. The committee noted the progress made in various areas, raised concerns about the sustainability of the council's borrowing, and discussed strategies for mitigating risks. The committee also approved the draft member induction programme for 2026.

Council - Tuesday 21st October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council meeting on 21 October 2025 included tributes to former councillors Vanessa Gearson and Agnes Slocum, a discussion on high streets resulting in a decision to provide a written response to a deputation, and a discussion on public engagement in major developments, also resulting in a decision to provide a written report. The council also unanimously carried a joint motion condemning the Yom Kippur terrorist attack in Manchester.