Cllr Sidney Yankson

Full Council - Wednesday, 25th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Kensington and Chelsea Full Council met to discuss a range of issues, including community safety, the impact of national insurance contributions, and step-free access at South Kensington station. The council agreed to note reports on urgent decisions and community safety, and also agreed to request that the Lead Member for Finance investigate the implications of changes to National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and make a written submission to the government.

Audit & Transparency Committee - Monday, 23rd June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Audit and Transparency Committee of Kensington and Chelsea Council met to discuss the external audit plan for 2024-25, review audit risks, and receive updates on risk management and the committee's forward plan. The committee also reviewed the draft report from Councillor Gerard Hargreaves, Chair of the Audit & Transparency Committee.

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Kensington and Chelsea Overview & Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of issues, including crime in the borough, lessons learned from an action plan for Earl's Court, and the council's medium-term financial strategy. The committee also reviewed its work programme and forward plan for key decisions.

Meetings of Council-side Committees - Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 6.40 pm

The Meetings of Council-side Committees were scheduled to take place on 21 May 2025, following the Annual Council Meeting. The agenda included noting changes to committee membership and approving the appointment of chairs and vice-chairs. Councillor Will Lane, the Mayor, was scheduled to chair the meeting.

Full Council - Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 6.30 pm

At the annual general meeting of Kensington and Chelsea Council, Councillor Tom Bennett was elected as Mayor for the coming year, with Councillor Arian Oretti appointed as Deputy Mayor. The council also conducted its annual review of committee representation and appointments, ensuring political balance across its various committees and outside organisations. Additionally, the council paid tribute to the outgoing Mayor, Councillor Will Lane, and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Laura Burns, for their service over the past year.