Councillor Alex Prager

Planning Committee - Monday 9th June, 2025 7.00 pm

The Planning Committee convened to discuss several planning applications, including retrospective applications and new developments. Councillor Richard Barnes declared an interest in item 11, 11 Prospect Road, and did not vote on the item. The committee approved applications for Alexandra Road, Temple Fortune Parade and Renters Avenue, and refused applications for Marsh Lane and Llanvanor Road.

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) - Wednesday 21st May, 2025 7.00 pm

The Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) convened to consider a range of reports, including updates on risk management, audit planning, and the council's governance framework. The agenda included the approval of the Annual Governance Statement, review of the Corporate Anti-Fraud Team's activities, and discussion of the Treasury Management Outturn.

Annual Council - Tuesday 20th May, 2025 7.00 pm

The Annual Council meeting of the London Borough of Barnet on 20 May 2025 addressed several administrative and policy matters, including amendments to cabinet member responsibilities, a constitution review, and the approval of a Cumulative Impact Zone in Burnt Oak. The council also noted the results of recent by-elections and made appointments to various committees and outside bodies.

Planning Committee - Monday 12th May, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council Planning Committee met on 12 May 2025, to discuss several planning applications. The committee approved an application for the demolition of garage blocks and construction of flats at Anastasia Mews, and another for the demolition of a dwelling and erection of flats at 88 West Heath Road. They refused an application for extensions to a dwelling at 34 Tenterden Gardens. Two applications relating to the rear of 39 Alexandra Road were deferred for a formal decision at the next meeting.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 26th March, 2025 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of topics, including fire safety in timber-framed homes, support for refugees and asylum seekers, and budget management. The committee agreed to review communication to residents regarding fire safety, and to look at ways to improve budget scrutiny. They also agreed the scope for the food security task and finish group.