Phil Giesler - Councillor for Richmond upon Thames (Teddington)

Councillor Phil Giesler

Liberal Democrat Party Teddington Business and Growth Lead Member

Email: cllr.p.giesler@richmond.gov.uk

Council: Richmond upon Thames

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Licensing Sub-Committee Regulatory Committee (Member) Finance, Policy and Resources Committee (Member) Council (Member) Special Standing Committee on Heathrow (Member)

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

32 meetings · Page 1 of 7

Finance, Policy and Resources Committee Member

Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 12 February 2026 7.00 pm

February 12, 2026, 7:00 pm
Special Standing Committee on Heathrow Member

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.

February 05, 2026, 7:00 pm
Regulatory Committee Member

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.

February 03, 2026, 7:00 pm
Council Member

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.

January 27, 2026, 7:00 pm
Finance, Policy and Resources Committee Member

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.

January 15, 2026, 7:00 pm

Decisions from Meetings

120 decisions · Page 8 of 24

Proposed Grant of a Lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature

From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025

...to grant a 10-year lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature, a charity promoting mental health through nature, delegating authority to the Assistant Director of Valuation and Asset Management Services to finalize the lease with specific conditions regarding school fees and WC access, despite noting a majority of objections received during the public consultation.

Recommendations Approved

End of Year (Q4) 2024/25 Performance Report and 2025/26 Refresh of Richmond Corporate Plan

From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025

...to note progress on Richmond Corporate Plan (RCP) actions, note performance against RCP key indicators, agree the proposed RCP key actions for 2025/26, agree the proposed RCP key indicators for 2025/26, and consider if there is an area of performance which should be recommended for consideration as part of the Policy and Performance Review Board’s workplan.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 32

Average per Month: 1.5

Decisions Recorded: 120