Councillor Sam Martin

Pension Committee - Tuesday, 24th June, 2025 7.00 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Pension Committee meeting. It is important to remember that this is based on the agenda and associated reports, so it is not a record of what was actually discussed or decided.

Bandon Hill Cemetery Joint Committee - Monday, 16th June, 2025 4.00 pm

The Bandon Hill Cemetery Joint Committee met to elect a chair and vice-chair for the upcoming year, review the cemetery's financial performance, and approve funding for fence repairs. Councillor Edward Joyce was elected as Chair, and Councillor Sam Martin was elected as Vice Chair. The committee also noted a trading outturn surplus of £47,086 for the 2024/25 financial year and approved £18,800 for replacing damaged fencing.

Strategy and Resources Committee - Monday, 16th June, 2025 7.00 pm

The Strategy and Resources Committee met on 16 June 2025 to discuss a range of issues including the council's financial performance, support for the charity sector, workforce development, and appointments to outside bodies. The committee noted a general fund revenue underspend for 2024/25, but also an overspend in the dedicated schools grant. They agreed to recommission a Charity, Faith and Community Sector infrastructure contract, and to establish the Sutton Shareholdings Board as a sub-committee.

Beddington and Wallington Local Committee - Tuesday, 10th June, 2025 7.00 pm

The Beddington and Wallington Local Committee met on 10 June 2025, and heard a community showcase from the Paul Allen project, received a budget update, and an update on housing service activity and investment from the Sutton Housing Partnership. The committee also approved Jackie Godfrey as a Community Representative on behalf of the Friends of Beddington Park, replacing Muriel McIntosh.

Planning Committee - Wednesday, 4th June, 2025 7.00 pm