Councillor Shimon Ryde

Planning Committee - Wednesday 15th July, 2026 7.00 pm

Planning Committee - Tuesday 23rd June, 2026 7.00 pm

Annual Council - Tuesday 19th May, 2026 7.15 pm

The Annual Council meeting of Barnet Council saw the election of Councillor Barry Rawlings as the new Leader of the Council following a closely contested vote. The meeting also addressed constitutional amendments and the appointment of various civic representatives and committee members.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 21st January, 2026 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 21 January 2026 to discuss a range of issues, including the significant increase in empty homes across the borough, the council's approach to managing its estates in partnership with the voluntary and community sector, and updates on various task and finish groups. Key decisions included noting the rise in empty homes and agreeing to explore further analysis and review collection strategies for council tax on empty properties.

Extraordinary Council, Council - Tuesday 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm

The extraordinary meeting of Barnet Council was called to discuss a motion regarding secrecy and failures in corporate parenting following the deaths of three care-experienced young people. The council agreed to strengthen briefing protocols for members and ensure that all corporate parents are immediately informed of any event involving looked-after young persons which may reasonably be expected to require an inquest. An amendment to the motion calling for the resignation of the Leader of the Council and the Cabinet Member for Family Friendly Barnet was rejected.