Councillor Richard Baker

Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 20 November 2025 7.00 pm

The Finance, Policy and Resources Committee met to discuss the allocation of community infrastructure levy funds, review complaints, consider debt management, and address budget monitoring. The committee approved recommendations for community fund allocations, noted reports on complaints and infrastructure funding, and discussed the potential impact of the government's Fair Funding Review.

Special Meeting, Council - Tuesday, 11 November 2025 7.00 pm

Richmond upon Thames Council convened to bestow the honour of Honorary Freeman of the Borough upon Sir Vince Cable, recognising his decades of public service and contributions to the Twickenham constituency. The motion, proposed by Councillor Gareth Roberts, Leader of the Council, and seconded by Councillor Andrée Frieze, Leader of the Opposition, was unanimously approved. Sir Vince Cable accepted the honour with a speech reflecting on his 50 years in the borough and his political career.

Council - Tuesday, 7 October 2025 7.00 pm

The Richmond upon Thames Council met to discuss a range of issues, including the adoption of the Local Plan, financial strategies, and motions related to council tax and sanctuary seekers. After debate, the council adopted the Local Plan and passed the motion on sanctuary seekers, but rejected a motion concerning council tax reductions and another about the council's approach to managing a deficit in funding for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 25 September 2025 7.00 pm

The Finance, Policy and Resources Committee for Richmond Council were scheduled to meet on Thursday, 25 September 2025 to discuss the borough's financial strategy, capital projects, and various initiatives related to economic growth and sustainability. The committee was also expected to discuss the tendering process for a commercial cleaning contract, and proposals for the future of a former school site.

Planning Committee - Wednesday, 16 July 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of the planning committee, Richmond upon Thames Council delegated authority to the Head of Development Management to approve an application for a new detached house on Vicarage Road, and also voted to confirm a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) for an oak tree on Nelson Road.