Councillor Rita Conneely
Email: cllr.rita.conneely@brent.gov.uk
Council: Brent
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
162 meetings · Page 1 of 33
Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee of Brent Council met on Tuesday 24 February 2026 to discuss a range of issues including fly-tipping and littering, the council's financial forecast, and the annual complaints report. Key decisions included noting the council's financial position and agreeing to provide further data on year-on-year comparisons for fly-tipping and enforcement actions. The committee also reviewed the Housing Revenue Account's financial forecast and discussed strategies for improving complaint handling processes across various council services.
Council - Monday, 23 February 2026 - 3.30 pm
The Brent Council Full Council meeting on Monday 23 February 2026 confirmed the budget for 2026-27, including a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, and noted the external auditor's annual report. The meeting also discussed the Council's treasury management activities and approved the Members' Allowance Scheme for 2026-27.
Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee meeting scheduled for 21 January 2026 was set to cover a range of significant topics, including a detailed examination of anti-social behaviour in the borough, an update on the council's work programme, and reports from scrutiny task groups on kerbside management and the budget. The committee was also scheduled to receive an update on community engagement and consultation efforts.
Extraordinary Council Meeting, Council - Tuesday 13 January 2026 6.00 pm
The Council of Brent Council convened for an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday 13 January 2026. The primary focus of the meeting was to review and adjust the representation of political groups on council committees and other relevant bodies following a change in the council's political balance. This adjustment was necessitated by the formation of a new political group.
Decisions from Meetings
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Appointments to Committees and Outside Bodies and Appointment of Chairs/Vice Chairs (if any)
From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023
The Council agreed to note changes in committee membership and appointments to outside bodies on 18/09/2023. Councillor Tatler was appointed to cover the role of Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Resources & Reform during Councillor Mili Patel’s maternity leave. Rhys Jarvis was appointed as an Independent co-opted Member on the Audit & Standards Advisory Committee.
Deputations (if any)
From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023
The Council noted the deputation received from Satvinder Riyat representing Sudbury Matters Forum regarding Barham Park on 18/09/2023. The deputation outlined the history of the park and the Forum's aim to establish a "Friends of Barham Park" group to ensure community involvement in its future use and management. The Council welcomed the establishment of the Friends Group as a means of focussing future collaboration and engagement.
Report from the Vice Chair of the Audit & Standards Advisory Committees
From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023
Brent Council noted the update report provided by the Vice Chair of the Audit & Standards Advisory Committee on 18/09/2023.
Questions from the Opposition and other Non-Cabinet Members
From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023
...to note the responses provided by Cabinet Members to questions from opposition and non-cabinet members on various topics including examination results, GP practices, parking permits, rough sleepers, and shared ownership housing.
Declarations of Interest
From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023
The Council noted declarations of interest on 18/09/2023. Councillors declared personal interests relating to agenda items concerning parks and open spaces, and rogue landlords. These declarations included roles as directors, trustees, landlords, and union members.
Summary
Meetings Attended: 162
Average per Month: 1.1
Decisions Recorded: 22