Councillor Sue Bennett

Licensing Committee - Monday, 16th March, 2026 6.30 pm

The Licensing Committee of Croydon Council is scheduled to meet on Monday, 16 March 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a significant discussion on the review of the Cumulative Impact Assessment for the London Borough of Croydon, alongside the consideration of minutes from previous meetings and sub-committee meetings.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Croydon Council was scheduled to consider an application for a premises licence for a fast-food outlet. The meeting's agenda included the appointment of a chair, apologies for absence, and the disclosure of interests. The primary item for discussion was an application for a premises licence at 152 Wickham Road, Croydon, CR0 8BF, which had attracted numerous representations from local residents.

Budget Council, Council - Wednesday, 25th February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Croydon Council meeting on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, focused heavily on the approval of the Council's budget for 2026-27 and the associated Council Tax increase. Key decisions included the approval of a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, the establishment of a special Council Tax Setting Committee to finalise calculations after the GLA precept is confirmed, and the adoption of the Treasury Management Strategy Statement, Minimum Revenue Provision Policy Statement, and Annual Investment Strategy for 2026/27. The meeting also saw the approval of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget and business plan, along with the General Fund Capital Programme and Capital Strategy for 2025-31.

Corporate Parenting Board - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 5.15 pm, NEW

The Corporate Parenting Board of Croydon Council was scheduled to discuss the Virtual School's Annual Report for 2024-2025, focusing on educational outcomes for children in care. The meeting was also set to include updates from the Children's Participation Team and Children in Care Council, and feedback from practitioners and ambassadors.

Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Scrutiny Health & Social Care Sub-Committee meeting on 03 February 2026 focused on the health and care needs of older residents, the implementation of neighbourhood health initiatives, and updates on the Adults Living Independently programme. Key decisions included noting the findings of the Older People Needs Assessment, endorsing the principles of Healthwatch Croydon, and agreeing to a revised scrutiny work programme.