Simon Radford - Councillor for Barnet (East Barnet)

Councillor Simon Radford

Labour East Barnet Cabinet Member for Financial Sustainability

Email: cllr.S.Radford@barnet.gov.uk

Council: Barnet

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Cabinet (Committee Member) Council (Committee Member) Pension Fund Committee Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) Annual Council Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Guest)

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

29 meetings · Page 1 of 6

Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Tuesday 9th December, 2025 7.00 pm

In a meeting of the Barnet Council Cabinet, those present noted the progress being made against the council's strategic plan, approved a £15.52 million investment in the borough's roads and pavements, and agreed to acquire 38 affordable homes at the Donahue Business Park site. Councillors also discussed the Medium Term Financial Strategy and budget for the coming years, and agreed to consult on council tax proposals.

December 09, 2025
Council Committee Member

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.

December 02, 2025
Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Tuesday 18th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council cabinet met to discuss a range of issues, including financial planning, housing, environmental initiatives, and community safety. Key decisions included approving a temporary accommodation reduction plan, Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs), and a 20mph zone policy.

November 18, 2025
Council Committee Member

Council - Tuesday 21st October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council meeting on 21 October 2025 included tributes to former councillors Vanessa Gearson and Agnes Slocum, a discussion on high streets resulting in a decision to provide a written response to a deputation, and a discussion on public engagement in major developments, also resulting in a decision to provide a written report. The council also unanimously carried a joint motion condemning the Yom Kippur terrorist attack in Manchester.

October 21, 2025
Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Tuesday 16th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council Cabinet met to discuss a range of issues, including financial planning, community safety, and development projects. Key decisions included approving a plan to address the council's financial challenges, rescinding a previous agreement related to Copthall Playing Fields, and adopting a rights of way improvement plan. The cabinet also approved the Economic Development Framework 2025-2030 and the Placemaking Framework.

September 16, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

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Council Housing Performance

From: Cabinet - Tuesday 22nd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 22, 2025

... the Cabinet of Barnet approved the recommendations within the Council Housing Performance Q4 2024/25 report, noting Barnet Homes' performance in managing council housing, including tenant satisfaction, repairs, health and safety, asset management, anti-social behaviour, and resident engagement.

Recommendations Approved

Temporary Accommodation Policies

From: Cabinet - Tuesday 22nd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 22, 2025

...to approve the Temporary Accommodation Procurement Policy and the Temporary Accommodation Placements Policy, which aim to maintain consistency and clarity in securing and allocating suitable temporary accommodation for homeless households in Barnet, while also delegating authority for future minor amendments to the Executive Director of Growth in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Homes and Regeneration.

Recommendations Approved

Brent Cross Town - Third Phase Proposal

From: Cabinet - Tuesday 22nd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 22, 2025

...to approve recommendations for the Brent Cross Town Third Phase Proposal, including delegating authority to the Chief Executive to finalise the proposal and legal documentation for the sale of Plot 204 for an economy hotel.

Recommendations Approved

Business Planning 2026-2031 (Medium Term Financial Strategy)

From: Cabinet - Tuesday 22nd July, 2025 7.00 pm - July 22, 2025

... to approve the recommendations outlined in the Business Planning 2026-2031 Medium Term Financial Strategy report, including noting the status of the 2026/27 budget preparation, updates on Exceptional Financial Support and the Improvement Partner's work, the delivery timetable, and the proposed approach to the financial strategy.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 29

Average per Month: 1.5

Decisions Recorded: 42