Councillor Shantu Ferdous

Education Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission - Thursday 18th December 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Education, Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission of Newham Council was scheduled to discuss the Newham Safeguarding Children Partnership's annual report, post-16 progression, skills and employment opportunities, and the performance dashboard for Children and Young People's Services. The meeting also included a review of the commission's work programme for the upcoming year.

Council - Monday 8th December 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting on 8 December 2025 saw significant announcements regarding the borough's future, including Newham being chosen as the preferred new home for London's historic Billingate and Smithfield markets, and the designation of the Youth Empowerment Service as an exemplary national service. Key discussions also revolved around the upcoming council budget, the progress of the Just Transition Plan, and motions addressing immigration policies and support for unpaid carers.

Extraordinary, Council - Monday 8th December 2025 6.30 p.m.

Newham Council is holding an extraordinary meeting where they will consider nominations for Honorary Alderperson and Honorary Freedom of the Borough Awards. The council will also address standard meeting procedures such as apologies for absence and declarations of interest.

SACRE - Thursday 13th November 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) meeting scheduled for 13 November 2025 was set to cover a range of topics concerning religious education in Newham schools. Key discussions were planned around the council's priorities for the upcoming year, the results of a pupil survey on religious education, and guidance for schools on observing Ramadan.

Themed, Council - Monday 10th November 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Council of Newham convened on Monday 10 November 2025 to discuss a range of significant issues, including the borough's approach to growth, waste management, and housing affordability. The meeting agenda included updates from Cabinet members, a review of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee's work programme, and consideration of a themed report on Growth with a Purpose: Homes, Jobs, and Inclusive Communities. A key item was the proposed submission of the East London Joint Waste Plan to the Secretary of State, alongside discussions on two motions submitted by the Green Group and the Labour Group.