Zoë Garbett

London Assembly (Mayor's Question Time) Committee Member

London Assembly (Mayor's Question Time) - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 10.00 am

The London Assembly convened for Mayor's Question Time on Thursday, 26 March 2026, to discuss a range of critical issues facing the capital. Key topics included the Mayor's final draft budget for 2026-27, with significant debate surrounding proposed increases to the Mayoral precept and alternative budget amendments put forward by various political groups. The Assembly also addressed concerns regarding road safety, housing affordability, and the operational effectiveness of the Metropolitan Police Service.

Police and Crime Committee Committee Member

Police and Crime Committee - Tuesday 24 March 2026 10.00 am

The Police and Crime Committee met on Tuesday 24 March 2026 to discuss the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime's (MOPAC) monthly report, the Metropolitan Police Service's (MPS) workforce planning, and the work programme of the committee. Key discussions included the operational independence of the police, the closure of front counters, cuts to the Mounted Branch, and the use of technology in misconduct investigations. The committee also considered a proposal for a rapporteur investigation into the recruitment and retention of Metropolitan police officers.

Housing Committee Chair

Housing Committee - Thursday 12 March 2026 2.00 pm

The Housing Committee met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss the persistent issue of rough sleeping in London. The committee heard from experts about the scale of the problem, the factors driving its increase, and the demographic changes within the rough sleeping population. Discussions also covered the effectiveness of current support systems, including the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) and the StreetLink referral service, as well as the role of data in commissioning services. The committee also explored the Mayor's commitment to ending rough sleeping by 2030 and the strategies being employed to achieve this goal.

Police and Crime Committee Committee Member

Police and Crime Committee - Wednesday 11 March 2026 10.00 am

The Police and Crime Committee convened to discuss the Metropolitan Police Service's (MPS) efforts in combating online fraud in London. Key concerns raised included the increasing sophistication of AI-enabled scams, the significant under-reporting of fraud, and the emotional and psychological toll on victims. The committee also explored the challenges in police recruitment and retention for specialist cybercrime roles, and the effectiveness of current fraud prevention campaigns.

Planning and Regeneration Committee Committee Member

Planning and Regeneration Committee - Tuesday 10 March 2026 10.00 am

The Planning and Regeneration Committee met on Tuesday 10 March 2026 to discuss the significant risks posed by extreme heat to London's housing stock and the wider implications of climate change. The committee heard from a range of experts and stakeholders about the current challenges and potential solutions, with a particular focus on the need for improved data, strategic adaptation, and the role of both passive and active cooling measures in new and existing homes.