Councillor Stephen Penfold
Email: Stephen.Penfold@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
118 meetings · Page 1 of 24
Appointments Committee - Monday, 23rd March, 2026 9.30 am
The Appointments Committee of Lewisham Council met on Monday 23 March 2026 to appoint a new Director of Family Quality and Commissioning. The committee appointed Martin Clement to this role.
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 19th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to review the delivery of the Corporate Strategy 2022-2026 and discuss lessons learned for the development of the next strategy. Key themes emerging from the discussion included the need for greater agility, innovation, and a stronger focus on outcomes rather than just outputs, particularly in light of significant external challenges faced by the council.
Appointments Committee - Monday, 16 March 2026 - 9.30 am
The Appointments Committee of Lewisham Council was scheduled to meet on Monday 16 March 2026. The primary item on the agenda was the appointment of a Director of Property. The committee was also scheduled to consider the minutes from previous meetings and address declarations of interest.
Planning Committee A - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Planning Committee A meeting on 12 March 2026 considered three planning applications, ultimately granting permission for a new artificial grass pitch at Whitefoot Lane Playing Field and an extension to a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at 31A Crescent Way. The committee also approved a change of use for a property at 42 St John's Vale to become a children's home.
Decisions from Meetings
94 decisions · Page 1 of 19
Minutes
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...to confirm and sign the minutes of the Audit and Risk Committee meeting held on 11 November 2025 as an accurate record.
Recommendations Approved
Internal Audit Progress Report
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...to note the Internal Audit Progress Report, summarising findings and progress up to 30th November 2025 in delivering the 2025/26 internal audit plan, as well as information about compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards and CIPFA Public Sector application note.
Recommendations Approved
Risk Management in Housing
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...the committee noted the report on Risk Management in Housing, which outlined key risks and mitigations within the Housing directorate's Risk Register.
Recommendations Approved
External Audit Update
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
... the report regarding the External Audit Update was noted.
Recommendations Approved
Declarations of Interest
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...to note Councillor Ayesha Lahai–Taylor's declaration of interest as a Lewisham council tenant in relation to Item 4: Risk Management in Housing.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 118
Average per Month: 1.2
Decisions Recorded: 94 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.