Paul Lemon

Overview and Scrutiny Committee Committee Member

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 24 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Barnet Council met on Tuesday 24 March 2026 to review the effectiveness and renewal of borough-wide Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) and to discuss the Q3 financial forecast and budget management. The committee agreed to note the effectiveness of the existing PSPO and the renewal of this order alongside three new PSPOs, and also noted the council's financial position, with a forecast balanced revenue budget at year-end.

Licensing Sub-Committee Committee Member

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 12th March, 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on Thursday 12 March 2026 and resolved to revoke the premises licence for Snack Buzz & Off Licence. This decision followed a review of the licence due to concerns over the sale of smuggled goods and breaches of licensing conditions.

Council Committee Member

Budget Council, Council - Thursday 5th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Barnet met on Thursday 5th March 2026 to discuss and approve the budget for the upcoming financial year, alongside a review of council rents and service charges. Key decisions included the approval of a 2.98% increase in general council tax and a 2% increase for the Adult Social Care precept, alongside the adoption of the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026-2031. The council also agreed to extend the appointment of Eamon McGoldrick as Chair of the Barnet Group Board.

Licensing Sub-Committee Committee Member

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 19th February, 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on Thursday 19 February 2026 to consider an application for an Adult Gaming Centre Premises Licence. The application for Future Leisure Limited at 17 Varley Parade, The Hyde, London, NW9 6RR was granted, with a range of mandatory and agreed conditions imposed.

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) Vice-Chair

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) - Tuesday 17th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) of Barnet Council met on Tuesday 17 February 2026 to review the council's risk management, construction quality assurance, internal audit progress, treasury management performance, and external audit findings. Key decisions included the approval of recommendations to enhance construction quality assurance processes and the noting of treasury management performance updates and strategic priorities.