Sir William Anthony Bowater Russell (Alderman)

Court of Common Council - Thursday, 22nd May, 2025 1.00 pm

The Court of Common Council of the City of London Corporation was scheduled to meet on 22 May 2025. On the agenda was the consideration of resolutions from annual wardmotes, revisions to standing orders regarding property transaction thresholds, and appointments to various committees. Members were also expected to receive reports on the City of London Policing Plan 2025-28, urgent actions taken, and recent legislation.

Civic Affairs Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 1.45 pm

The Civic Affairs Sub-Committee was scheduled to meet on Wednesday 21 May 2025 to discuss policy implementation, hospitality budgets, and the illumination of the Guildhall. The meeting also included reviewing applications for the use of the Great Hall and considering City of London cost guidelines. Some items were marked for information only and would be taken without discussion unless a member requested it.

Digital Services Committee - Thursday, 15th May, 2025 1.45 pm

The Digital Services Committee was scheduled to discuss the Digital, Information and Technology Service's (DITS) performance, the Chamberlain's Department business plan, and the progress of Programme Sapphire. They were also scheduled to consider the use of Copilot for M365 across the City of London Corporation. In addition to these topics, the committee was expected to elect a chair and deputy chair, and make appointments to other committees.

General Purposes Committee of Aldermen - Tuesday, 13th May, 2025 10.00 am

The General Purposes Committee of Aldermen met to discuss the Town Clerk's two-year review, governance arrangements for ward beadles, and the appointment of a City Marshal. They were also scheduled to discuss appointments to Emanuel School, King Edward’s School Witley, and Sir John Soane’s Museum. Additionally, the committee was expected to receive updates on strategy groups and key committee issues.

Court of Aldermen - Tuesday, 13th May, 2025 12.30 pm

The Court of Aldermen were scheduled to meet to discuss applications for the Freedom of the City, and a report from the General Purposes Committee of Aldermen. They were also scheduled to give thanks to the Spital Sermon Preacher.