Councillor Oana Olaru-Holmes
Email: Oana.Olaru@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
44 meetings · Page 1 of 9
BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues, including the Council Budget for 2026/27 and temporary changes to polling places for the upcoming May 2026 elections. The meeting also included a review of the Statement of Licensing Policy.
Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet meeting on 25 February 2026 saw the approval of several key procurements and policy updates, including significant investment in substance misuse services, domestic violence support, and housing maintenance. The meeting also celebrated the achievements of the Young Mayor's program and approved the designation of five new Areas of Special Local Character.
Safer Stronger Communities Select Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Safer Stronger Communities Select Committee met on Tuesday 24 February 2026 to discuss policing updates, initiatives for an age-friendly borough, and the implementation of recommendations from the Disabled People's Commission. Key decisions included a commitment to improving public trust in the police through enhanced community engagement and a focus on developing co-production frameworks to ensure disabled residents have a greater say in policy and service design.
(Budget), Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026 to discuss and approve the Council Budget for 2026/27. Key decisions included the approval of a 4.99% increase in Council Tax and a review of various fees and charges across council services. The meeting also addressed matters raised by scrutiny concerning flood risk from paved-over gardens.
Decisions from Meetings
232 decisions · Page 20 of 47
Youth Guarantee Trailblazer- expanded support for care leavers
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to endorse the programme of activity for the 'Youth Guarantee Trailblazer' targeted at care experienced young people.
For Determination
Sustainable Street measures in Catford South, Hither Green, Lee Green & Brockley
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
... to introduce Sustainable Streets measures, including traffic management orders, in specific streets within Brockley, Catford South, Hither Green, and Lee Green, while delegating authority to the Executive Director of Place to approve implementation and address issues arising from a review.
For Determination
Consultancy Services (Housing) - Part 2
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to approve the recommendations regarding Consultancy Services (Housing) - Part 2, as previously considered in the open part of the meeting.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to approve the minutes of their meeting held on June 25, 2025, and to adopt recommendations regarding financial monitoring, climate action, areas of special local character, contract extensions, performance reports, community equipment services, waste management IT, dry mixed recycling, and the Apollo Business Centre.
Recommendations Approved
Local Government Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) complaint handling recommendations
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to note the report on the Local Government Social Care Ombudsman's (LGSCO) findings regarding Lewisham Council's handling of children's social care complaints and the Children and Young People’s directorate's action plan to address the identified issues.
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 44
Average per Month: 1.8
Decisions Recorded: 232