Councillor Peter Zinkin

Employment Sub-Committee - Wednesday 3rd December, 2025 3.00 pm

The Employment Sub-Committee convened to discuss and approve a senior management restructure within the Children and Family Service, ultimately voting to recommend the creation of two new Assistant Director posts to the Full Council for final approval. The restructure aims to consolidate existing interim arrangements and enhance the service's capacity to manage the evolving strategic landscape, particularly in light of upcoming reforms. The committee also addressed questions regarding trade union consultation, the statutory functions of the new posts, and the recruitment process.

Extraordinary Council, Council - Tuesday 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm

The extraordinary meeting of Barnet Council was called to discuss a motion regarding secrecy and failures in corporate parenting following the deaths of three care-experienced young people. The council agreed to strengthen briefing protocols for members and ensure that all corporate parents are immediately informed of any event involving looked-after young persons which may reasonably be expected to require an inquest. An amendment to the motion calling for the resignation of the Leader of the Council and the Cabinet Member for Family Friendly Barnet was rejected.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 13th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Barnet Council met on 13 November 2025, to discuss several key issues including a new Parks and Open Spaces Strategy, temporary accommodation pressures, and the council's financial forecast. The committee made recommendations to the cabinet regarding the consultation period for the Parks and Open Spaces Strategy, and requested more detailed information on the action plan. The committee also stressed the need for increased lobbying of central government to address temporary accommodation costs, and requested a review of the council's approach to recovering debt.

Council - Tuesday 21st October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council meeting on 21 October 2025 included tributes to former councillors Vanessa Gearson and Agnes Slocum, a discussion on high streets resulting in a decision to provide a written response to a deputation, and a discussion on public engagement in major developments, also resulting in a decision to provide a written report. The council also unanimously carried a joint motion condemning the Yom Kippur terrorist attack in Manchester.

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 15th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Pension Fund Committee met to discuss the performance and management of the fund, including updates on administration, investment strategy, and risk management. The committee noted reports on administration performance, external audit, risk management, knowledge and understanding, and investment performance. Members also discussed and approved a draft funding strategy statement and an academies funding policy.