Rob O`Carroll - Councillor for Richmond upon Thames (Whitton)

Councillor Rob O`Carroll

Liberal Democrat Party Whitton

Email: cllr.r.ocarroll@richmond.gov.uk

Council: Richmond upon Thames

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Licensing Sub-Committee (Vice-Chair) Education and Children's Services Committee (Member) Regulatory Committee (Vice-Chair) Council (Member)

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Regulatory Committee Vice-Chair

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
Licensing Sub-Committee Vice-Chair

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday, 29 January 2026 11.00 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for The Mirror Café. The meeting will also address the procedure for hearings and any declarations of interest.

January 29, 2026, 11:00 am
Education and Children's Services Committee Member

Education and Children's Services Committee - Thursday, 29 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Education and Children's Services Committee met to review the council's financial performance for the current year and to consider proposed budgets for the upcoming financial year. Discussions also covered school admissions, capital maintenance programmes, and the overall performance of children's services.

January 29, 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
Licensing Sub-Committee Vice-Chair

Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 11.00 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee granted a new premises licence to Hagen Espresso Bar, located at 52 Hill Street, Richmond, TW9 1TW. The licence permits the sale of alcohol for both on and off-site consumption between 10:00 and 18:00, Monday to Sunday. The premises will also be open to the public during these hours.

January 21, 2026, 11:00 am

Decisions from Meetings

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SEND Futures Plan update

From: Education and Children's Services Committee - Thursday, 12 December 2024 7.00 pm - December 12, 2024

...to note the progress with the implementation of the SEND Futures Plan and adherence to the terms of the Safety Valve Agreement.

Recommendations Approved

Annual Report of the Kingston and Richmond Safeguarding Children's Partnership (KRSCP) 2023-2024

From: Education and Children's Services Committee - Thursday, 12 December 2024 7.00 pm - December 12, 2024

...to note the Annual Report for the Kingston and Richmond Safeguarding Children’s Partnership (KRSCP) 2023-2024 and the safeguarding work delivered by the KRSCP in the borough.

Recommendations Approved

Digital Transformation

From: Education and Children's Services Committee - Thursday, 24 October 2024 7.00 pm - October 24, 2024

...to note the recent successes and planned projects for the digital transformation of children's services, aimed at improving their effectiveness and efficiency.

Recommendations Approved

Annual Statutory Complaints Report – Achieving for Children's Services 2023-2024

From: Education and Children's Services Committee - Thursday, 24 October 2024 7.00 pm - October 24, 2024

...to review and note the Annual Statutory Complaints Report regarding Achieving for Children's Services for the period of 2023-2024.

Recommendations Approved

Apologies

From: Education and Children's Services Committee - Thursday, 24 October 2024 7.00 pm - October 24, 2024

...to approve the recommendations despite receiving apologies from Councillor Sacks (substituted by Councillor Hale), Esther Mirrielees, and Alex Axiom.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 55

Average per Month: 2.5

Decisions Recorded: 85