Councillor Sarmila Varatharaj

Agenda and draft minutes

Wandsworth Council convened a special meeting to discuss the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), including proposed rent increases and the capital programme. The council approved a 4.8% increase in council housing rents and adopted the HRA budget framework for 2025/26 to 2028/29, alongside significant capital investment plans.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday, 29 January 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Licensing Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider applications for new premises licences and a review of an existing premises licence. The meeting was to address potential issues related to the sale of alcohol, public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm.

Standards Committee - Monday, 26 January 2026 - 6.00 p.m.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Friday, 23 January 2026 - 4.00 p.m.

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Wandsworth Council met on Friday, 23 January 2026, to consider an application for a new time-limited premises licence for the Country on the Common music festival. The committee granted the licence, subject to a number of conditions aimed at promoting the licensing objectives.

Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 - 7.30 p.m.

The Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting addressed the council's response to the Fox House fire, the development of new council housing at Battersea Power Station and the Alton Estate, and the Housing Revenue Account budget. Key decisions included approving the progression of the Battersea Power Station housing scheme, outlining next steps for the Alton Estate renewal, and recommending a 4.8% rent increase for council housing.