Councillor Nick Mearing-Smith

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 15th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Pension Fund Committee met to discuss the performance and management of the fund, including updates on administration, investment strategy, and risk management. The committee noted reports on administration performance, external audit, risk management, knowledge and understanding, and investment performance. Members also discussed and approved a draft funding strategy statement and an academies funding policy.

Council - Tuesday 8th July, 2025 7.00 pm

The meeting of the Council of the London Borough of Barnet on 8 July 2025 was scheduled to cover a range of topics, including motions on national gambling reform, housing, and climate change, as well as reports from various committees and officers. Councillors were also expected to discuss a deputation regarding EV charging points.

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 16th June, 2025 7.00 pm

Here's a briefing on the Pension Fund Committee meeting held on 16 June 2025.

Annual Council - Tuesday 20th May, 2025 7.00 pm

The Annual Council meeting of the London Borough of Barnet on 20 May 2025 addressed several administrative and policy matters, including amendments to cabinet member responsibilities, a constitution review, and the approval of a Cumulative Impact Zone in Burnt Oak. The council also noted the results of recent by-elections and made appointments to various committees and outside bodies.

Pension Fund Committee - Wednesday 2nd April, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council Pension Fund Committee met to discuss the fund's performance, compliance, and future strategy. Key decisions included noting progress on rectifying past financial issues, reviewing risk management, and approving actions to align with asset pooling objectives, including transitioning holdings to the London CIV's Multi Asset Credit Fund and committing to the London Private Debt Fund II. The committee also discussed the impact of the government's consultation on the future of Local Government Pension Schemes (LGPS).