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 27 of 47
Announcements or Communications
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...to receive any announcements or communications from the Speaker and/or the Head of Paid Service.
Recommendations Approved
Declarations of Interests
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
... to approve recommendations regarding the declaration of interests by council members, ensuring transparency and adherence to the Council's Member Code of Conduct.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...the Council approved the minutes of the previous Council meeting held on March 5th, 2025, as an accurate record.
Recommendations Approved
Annual Mayoral Address
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...to approve the recommendations following the Mayor's annual address.
Recommendations Approved
Election of Deputy Speaker
From: AGM, Council - Wednesday, 7th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 07, 2025
...to elect Cllr Laura Cunningham as Deputy Speaker.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 44
Average per Month: 1.8
Decisions Recorded: 232