Councillor Simon Radford
Email: cllr.S.Radford@barnet.gov.uk
Council: Barnet
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
34 meetings · Page 1 of 7
Annual Council - Tuesday 19th May, 2026 7.00 pm
Budget Council, Council - Thursday 5th March, 2026 7.00 pm
The Council of Barnet Council convened on Thursday, 5th March 2026, to discuss and approve the borough's budget for the upcoming financial year, alongside other key council matters. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the Medium Term Financial Strategy and the 2026/27 budget, which saw a recorded vote on the Conservative Group's amendment. The council also addressed deputations regarding the Underhill South CPZ and the Dollis Valley Regeneration project, approved the Pay Policy Statement, and made decisions on council rents, service charges, and member allowances.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 6.30 pm
The Cabinet meeting on 24 February 2026 saw significant decisions made regarding the disposal of council land, the future of the Places for Barnet partnership, and the approval of the council's budget and medium-term financial strategy. Key discussions also focused on improving services for foster carers and young carers, alongside updates on various operational and strategic plans.
Cabinet - Monday 2nd February, 2026 7.00 pm, NEW
The Cabinet meeting of Barnet Council on 2nd February 2026 discussed the Annual Equalities Report, the Q3 financial forecast, and proposals for council housing performance. Key decisions included the approval of the Annual Equalities Report, noting a balanced financial forecast for the year-end, and noting the Q2 council housing performance report.
Council - Tuesday 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Council meeting on Tuesday 27 January 2026 saw the reintroduction of weekly separate food waste collections, a commitment from the Labour administration. The meeting also addressed the critical issue of substance misuse among care-experienced young people, with a motion passed to develop a dedicated strategy.
Decisions from Meetings
42 decisions · Page 8 of 9
Amendments to the Private Sector Housing Financial Assistance Policy
From: Cabinet - Monday 7th April, 2025 7.00 pm - April 07, 2025
...to note and approve amendments to the Private Sector Housing Financial Assistance Policy 2017, including increased grant funding and flexible conditions for empty property owners, and to delegate approval of further assistance level amendments to the Executive Director-Growth in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Homes and Regeneration.
For Determination
Consultation Policy
From: Cabinet - Monday 7th April, 2025 7.00 pm - April 07, 2025
...to approve the draft Consultation Policy in Appendix A to ensure a consistent and legally compliant approach to public consultations across the council, replacing the outdated 2015 strategy and building upon the 2022 Community Participation Strategy.
For Determination
Additional Licensing Scheme - 2022-27 Year Two Review
From: Cabinet - Monday 3rd March, 2025 7.00 pm - March 03, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Cabinet Response to the Youth Homelessness Task and Finish Group Report
From: Cabinet - Monday 3rd March, 2025 7.00 pm - March 03, 2025
...to address youth homelessness, the Cabinet approved a response to the Youth Homelessness Task and Finish Group Report, including a joint protocol for assessing and supporting young people at risk of homelessness, outlining the support available under the Children Act 1989 and involving parents/carers in the assessment process.
For Determination
Bishopswood Bowls Club - Lease Renewal
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 18th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 18, 2025
...to ensure consistency with other bowls clubs in the borough, approved the renewal of Bishopswood Bowling Club's lease for 25 years at a peppercorn rent, contingent on the club assuming full responsibility for all maintenance and repair of the site.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 34
Average per Month: 1.4
Decisions Recorded: 42