Sue Gower MBE

Council - Wednesday, 15 April 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on 15 April 2026 saw the approval of the Bexley Community Safety Partnership Strategy 2026-2030 and the adoption of a revised Council Constitution. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a motion regretting the impact of the Labour government on Bexley residents, which was carried by a majority vote. The meeting also included the appointment of a new Deputy Director for Legal and Democratic Services, who will also serve as the Monitoring Officer. Finally, the Council recorded its sincere appreciation for the service of 14 councillors who were not seeking re-election.

Members' Code of Conduct Committee - Tuesday, 31 March 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Members' Code of Conduct Committee of Bexley Council met on Tuesday 31 March 2026 to discuss updates on complaints received under the Members' Code of Conduct and to consider the extension of the term of office for Independent Persons. The committee agreed to recommend the extension of the term of office for Independent Persons until May 2027.

General Purposes and Audit Committee - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 7.30 pm

The General Purposes and Audit Committee of Bexley Council was scheduled to discuss updated financial regulations and contract procedure rules, alongside the annual auditor's report from Ernst & Young LLP (EY) for the year ended 31 March 2025. The meeting agenda also included provisional audit planning reports for Bexley's 2025/26 accounts and the Bexley Pension Fund's 2025/26 accounts, as well as progress reports on internal audit and counter fraud activities.

Civic Recognition Panel - Wednesday, 25th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Civic Recognition Panel of Bexley Council was scheduled to meet on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, to consider nominations for the 2026 Civic Recognition Awards. The meeting's agenda included a review of declarations of interest, any late business, and the exclusion of the press and public for specific agenda items. The primary focus was on the nominations received for the three civic award categories: Young People, Voluntary Service by Adults, and Outstanding Achievement.

Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, the Bexley Children's Social Care Workforce Development Strategy, and the Local Area SEND Monitoring Visit. The committee also reviewed the Work Programme, including the Bexley Status Report and Budget Monitoring Report.