Councillor Sakina Sheikh
Email: Sakina.Sheikh@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
52 meetings · Page 1 of 11
BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues, including the Council Budget for 2026/27 and temporary changes to polling places for the upcoming May 2026 elections. The meeting also included a review of the Statement of Licensing Policy.
Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, to discuss a range of important issues, including the council's budget for the upcoming year, the procurement of essential services, and the adoption of policies to protect the borough's character. Key topics included the approval of the School Minor Works Programme, the procurement of substance misuse and domestic violence services, and the extension of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Services contract.
Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Strategic Planning Committee of Lewisham Council met on Tuesday 24 February 2026 to discuss a planning application for the redevelopment of Sun Wharf in Creekside, London SE8. The meeting's agenda focused on a single item: the proposed demolition of existing buildings and comprehensive redevelopment to provide residential dwellings, purpose-built student accommodation, and commercial floorspace.
(Budget), Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026 to discuss and approve the Council Budget for 2026/27. Key decisions included the approval of a 4.99% increase in Council Tax and a review of various fees and charges across council services. The meeting also addressed matters raised by scrutiny concerning flood risk from paved-over gardens.
Decisions from Meetings
240 decisions · Page 16 of 48
Minutes
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 6.00 pm - September 10, 2025
...to approve recommendations regarding the annual report on housing services landlord performance, re-procurement of corporate banking services, 2026/27 budget savings, Local Government Social Care Ombudsman complaint handling, the Local Plan, the Main Grants Programme 2026-29, the Medium Term Financial Strategy, extension of the Riverside Lewisham Young People Supported Housing Contract, procurement of a property survey for PFI expiry, the 2025/26 Strategic Transport and Highways Capital Programme, the Youth Guarantee Trailblazer, Sustainable Street measures, the Capital Programme Update 25-26, Consultancy Services (Housing), Repair Capacity and Managed Disrepair Service, the Building for Lewisham Programme Update, and the Besson Street Business Plan.
Recommendations Approved
Lewisham Playtower, Ladywell Road, London, SE13 7UW
From: Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 09, 2025
... planning permission for the Lewisham Playtower development at Ladywell Road was refused due to the absence of a legal agreement to secure necessary contributions and mitigation measures related to affordable housing, carbon offsetting, playspace, local labor, tree provision, car club membership, highway improvements, parking restrictions, and heritage asset restoration.
Recommendations Approved
A205 (South Circular) including Catford Road, Brownhill Road, Plassy Road, Sangley Road and A21 including Rushey Green and Bromley Road, London SE6
From: Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 09, 2025
...to grant permission for the A205 South Circular realignment, including associated works, subject to conditions outlined in the main report and addendum.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes of previous meeting
From: Safer Stronger Communities Select Committee - Wednesday, 3rd September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 03, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Libraries, including the reopening of Lewisham Library
From: Safer Stronger Communities Select Committee - Wednesday, 3rd September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 03, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 52
Average per Month: 2.2
Decisions Recorded: 240