Councillor Peter Graham

Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 7.30 p.m.

The Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Wandsworth Council met on Wednesday, 18th February 2026, to discuss the proposed budget and council tax for the upcoming financial year, additions to the capital programme, and the council's growth and economic development strategy. Key decisions included the recommendation to freeze the main element of Wandsworth's council tax for the fourth consecutive year while increasing the adult social care precept by 2%. The committee also reviewed proposed additions to the capital programme totalling £52.3 million and received an update on the council's growth and economic development initiatives.

Agenda and draft minutes

Wandsworth Council convened a special meeting to discuss the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), including proposed rent increases and the capital programme. The council approved a 4.8% increase in council housing rents and adopted the HRA budget framework for 2025/26 to 2028/29, alongside significant capital investment plans.

Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 22 January 2026 - 7.30 p.m.

The Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Wandsworth Council met on Thursday, 22 January 2026, to discuss improving residents' financial resilience, the council's transformation programme, and the committee's work programme. Key decisions included noting the report on financial resilience and the transformation programme, and agreeing to note the work programme.

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council meeting on 10 December 2025 saw robust debate on the council's financial management and its impact on residents, with a key motion on value for money ultimately being passed. The council also discussed significant progress in housing development, particularly at Battersea Power Station, and reviewed initiatives aimed at improving community safety and environmental services.

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The Finance Overview and Scrutiny Committee reviewed customer service improvements, treasury investments, borrowing, and demand pressures on statutory services. The committee made recommendations to encourage customer service training for new councillors and for the cabinet to formally review the corporate complaints report. Additionally, the committee acknowledged concerns about delays in providing information on members' allowances and committed to including this topic on a future agenda.