Councillor Phil Giesler
Email: cllr.p.giesler@richmond.gov.uk
Council: Richmond upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 12 February 2026 7.00 pm
Special Standing Committee on Heathrow - Thursday, 5 February 2026 7.00 pm
The Special Standing Committee on Heathrow is scheduled to meet to discuss updates on Heathrow Airport's expansion plans. The committee will receive a report detailing recent developments and the council's ongoing opposition to any expansion that would increase disruption for residents.
Regulatory Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 7.00 pm
The Regulatory Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider proposals for the extension of two Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). The committee will also review the minutes from a previous meeting.
Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 7.00 pm
The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the Council's Constitution, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, and to consider retaining the committee system of governance. The meeting also included a debate on the Council's goal of achieving a net-zero borough by 2043, and motions concerning Artificial Intelligence, housing delivery, and support for the hospitality sector.
Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 15 January 2026 7.00 pm
The Finance, Policy and Resources Committee met on 15 January 2026 to discuss the annual contracts report and procurement update, the cost of living support update, the Richmond Corporate Plan mid-year performance report, and the London Councils borough subscription. The committee approved the proposed budget for the London Councils Grant Scheme for 2026-27 and noted updates on procurement plans and cost of living support initiatives.
Decisions from Meetings
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Directorate Budget Report 2025/26 Including Fees and Charges
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to approve revisions to fees and charges effective April 1, 2025, and to note and comment on the proposed 2025/26 budget.
Recommendations Approved
Treasury Management Strategy and Strategy for 2025/26
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to recommend to the Council for approval the Treasury Management Policy, Strategy, amended Investment Criteria, revised Prudential Indicators, and new Liability Benchmark for 2025/26.
Recommendations Approved
Corporate Q3 Quarterly Monitoring Report
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to note the projected £1.924m overspend on the General Fund, the £4.655m underspend within the Committee's remit, and the latest position on the capital programme.
Recommendations Approved
Ward Concerns
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Committee Work Programme
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 32
Average per Month: 1.5
Decisions Recorded: 120