Councillor Richard Cornelius

Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 29th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee of Barnet Council is scheduled to discuss a significant outline planning application for the redevelopment of land at Grahame Park Northeast. This major regeneration project aims to demolish existing residential units to deliver a substantial number of new homes, commercial space, and public amenities.

Council - Tuesday 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Barnet Council met on Tuesday 27 January 2026 to discuss a range of administrative matters, motions on various policy areas, and reports from executive and council committees. Key topics included the reintroduction of separate food waste collections, strategies for supporting care-experienced young people, and updates on treasury management.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 21st January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 21 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including the significant increase in long-term empty homes in the borough, the council's approach to managing its estates and supporting the voluntary and community sector, and updates on various task and finish groups. Key decisions made included noting the concerning rise in empty properties and agreeing to explore further analysis to bring more homes back into use, as well as a commitment to reviewing the council's engagement with voluntary organisations to ensure transparency and effectiveness.

Budget Scrutiny, Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to meet on 11 December 2025 at Hendon Town Hall. The agenda included discussion of the Medium Term Financial Strategy, Task and Finish Group updates, and the committee's work programme.

Strategic Planning Committee - Monday 8th December, 2025 7.00 pm, NEW

The Strategic Planning Committee of Barnet Council was scheduled to meet on 8 December 2025 at Hendon Town Hall. The agenda included a planning application for the redevelopment of the High Barnet Station Car Park, and a discussion of any urgent items raised by Councillor Nigel Young, the Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee.