John Bardens

Health and Safety Committee - Thursday, 9 July 2026 - 6.00 pm

Planning Committee B - Thursday, 16 April 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Planning Committee B of Lewisham Council met on Thursday, 16 April 2026, to consider a prior approval application for telecommunications infrastructure. The committee granted prior approval for the installation of a 20-metre-high monopole with associated antennas and equipment on a grass verge at Sanford Street.

Brent, Lewisham and Southwark IT Committee - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 6.30 pm

The Brent, Lewisham and Southwark IT Committee met on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to discuss the performance of the Shared Technology Service (STS), including service level agreements, ongoing projects, and financial updates. A key decision made was to note Southwark Council's formal notice to exit the shared service partnership by March 2028.

Planning Committee A - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Planning Committee A meeting on 12 March 2026 considered three planning applications, ultimately granting permission for a new artificial grass pitch at Whitefoot Lane Playing Field and an extension to a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at 31A Crescent Way. The committee also approved a change of use for a property at 42 St John's Vale to become a children's home.

Public Accounts Select Committee - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Public Accounts Select Committee met on Tuesday 10 March 2026 to review the council's financial performance for Period 9, discuss the IT and Digital Programme, and reflect on the committee's work over the past four years. Key decisions included noting the Period 9 financial monitoring report, which indicated a £0.7 million overspend primarily in Children's and Young People's Services, and approving the IT and Digital Programme Update report. The committee also reviewed its past scrutiny activities and made suggestions for the incoming committee's work programme.