Councillor Saqib Butt

Council - Monday, 23 February 2026 - 3.30 pm

The Council of Brent met on Monday 23 February 2026 to discuss the borough's budget and council tax for the upcoming financial year, 2026-27. Attendees were also scheduled to review the external auditor's annual report on the council's value for money, a mid-year report on treasury management activities, and the annual review of the Members' Allowance Scheme.

Budget and Council Tax Setting, Council - Tuesday 24 February 2026 10.30 am

The Planning Committee of Brent Council was scheduled to discuss three planning applications. These included proposals for a new community centre and training facility, temporary uses for sports and entertainment venues, and the erection of a new dwelling.

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 the council's approach to anti-social behaviour, community engagement, and the effective utilisation of kerbside space. The committee was also scheduled to review findings from its Budget Scrutiny Task Group and consider updates to its work programme.

Extraordinary Council Meeting, Council - Tuesday 13 January 2026 6.00 pm

An extraordinary meeting of Brent Council was scheduled to take place on Tuesday 13 January 2026 to discuss changes to the representation of political groups on council committees and to make consequential appointments. The meeting's agenda focused on reviewing and adjusting committee memberships following the formation of a new political group.

Planning Committee - Wednesday 10 December 2025 6.00 pm

The Brent Council Planning Committee convened to discuss and make decisions on planning applications, with a primary focus on a large residential development. The committee approved the Havenwood Garages redevelopment project, which includes the demolition of existing garages and the construction of 61 new social rent homes, subject to a legal agreement and specific conditions. There were no apologies for absence or other urgent business raised.