Councillor Paul Convery

Planning Sub Committee A - Thursday, 19th June, 2025 7.30 pm

At a meeting of the Islington Planning Sub-Committee A, councillors refused an application to build a roof terrace at 2-3 Hanover Yard following concerns about noise and the impact on the conservation area[^1]. Councillors approved a separate application to demolish a commercial garage and erect a mixed-use building at 3 Middleton Mews, which will include residential and office space, after revisions were made to address previous concerns.

Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 16th June, 2025 7.00 pm

The Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of issues affecting young people in Islington, including selecting a scrutiny topic for the year, reviewing a report on religious education, and examining performance data related to children's services. The committee decided to focus its scrutiny efforts on play spaces and services in Islington for the coming year. They also agreed to add an update on post-16 opportunities to their work programme.

Licensing Sub Committee D - Tuesday, 10th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Islington Council Licensing Sub Committee D met to discuss new premises licences for Sud Italia and West 25. A decision on Sud Italia was deferred, while the application for West 25 was granted with amended conditions.

Licensing Committee - Tuesday, 10th June, 2025 6.20 pm

The Islington Council Licensing Committee met on 10 June 2025 to discuss changes to the membership of the Licensing Sub-Committees. Councillor Heather Staff, Chair of Licensing Committee and Migrants Champion, was scheduled to chair the meeting.

Planning Committee - Monday, 2nd June, 2025 7.30 pm

The Islington Council Planning Committee met to discuss and approve a planning application for the Bemerton Estate South, involving the demolition of garages and construction of new dwellings and community space. The committee approved the application with amendments to ensure flexibility in the provision of affordable housing and to include resident engagement in the design of play spaces and landscaping.