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.
29 meetings · Page 1 of 6
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 29
Average per Month: 1.5
Decisions Recorded: 42