Tony Reiss

Council - Wednesday 4 February 2026 7.15 pm

The Merton Council meeting on 4 February 2026 saw the approval of a significant acquisition of 146 new homes for social rent at the former Mitcham Gasworks site, alongside the adoption of the Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026-27. The council also formally designated a new Monitoring Officer and noted changes to committee memberships.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 3 February 2026 7.15 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Merton Council was scheduled to discuss the council's budget and business plan, with a particular focus on the rising costs of temporary accommodation. The committee was also set to review the ongoing work programme for the year.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 - 7.15 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Merton Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 21 January 2026. The primary focus of the meeting will be the call-in of a decision made by the Cabinet regarding fees and charges.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 26 November 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council Overview and Scrutiny Committee convened to discuss the borough's budget and business planning, receive an update on anti-social behaviour initiatives, and review its work programme. The meeting, held in Committee rooms C, D & E at the Merton Civic Centre, was open to the public.

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.