Slawek Szczepanski

Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 20 November 2025 7.15 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel meeting on 20 November 2025. The agenda included the first round of budget and business plan discussions, a report on the Care Quality Commission's findings at St George's Hospital, and an annual safeguarding report. Also on the agenda was the Health and Wellbeing Board report, and a review of the panel's work programme.

Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.30 pm

Merton Council convened on 19 November 2025, addressing a range of community and strategic issues. Key decisions included the adoption of the Merton Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031, and approval of the Treasury Management Annual Report. The council also discussed community forum reports, various notices of motion, and financial monitoring.

Special Meeting, Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.00 pm

The Merton Council meeting of 19 November 2025 included discussion of conferring the Honorary Freedom of the Borough to Allan Barley and Stephen Hammond. The council was scheduled to consider and vote on resolutions for each individual, recognising their contributions to the borough.

Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Tuesday 18 November 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel met on 18 November 2025, according to the agenda. The panel was scheduled to discuss budget and business planning, anti-social behaviour, performance monitoring and the panel's work programme. The meeting was to be held at the Merton Civic Centre.

Governance Standards and Audit Committee - Thursday 13 November 2025 7.15 pm

The Governance Standards and Audit Committee of Merton Council scheduled a meeting to discuss several key items, including a review of polling places, an external audit progress report, an internal audit progress report, a fraud update, and the key strategic risks register. The committee was also expected to discuss a member induction plan for 2026 and the appointment of an independent person.