Alison Holt - Councillor for Kingston upon Thames (Surbiton Hill Ward)

Councillor Alison Holt

Liberal Democrat Surbiton Hill Ward Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Economic Development & Co-Chair - Place Committee

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Alison Holt's council service across multiple years reveals a consistent engagement with community well-being and economic development, with a notable shift towards more focused, albeit less publicly documented, recent activity.

In earlier years, particularly 2024 and 2025, Holt demonstrated a strong commitment to financial oversight and strategic planning. As Portfolio Holder for Communities, Leisure and Economic Development in 2025, she was instrumental in shaping the council's economic future, contributing a foreword to Kingston's New Economic Development Strategy. Her involvement in the Pension Fund Panel in 2024, proposing a report on significant changes to the Pension Statement of accounts, highlights a dedication to fiscal responsibility. She also actively participated in discussions on broader council funding challenges, voting in favor of key asks from the new government regarding England's councils in funding crisis.

Her role as Vice Chair of the Senior Staff Panel and Co-Chair of the Place Committee in 2025 indicates a significant leadership presence, though specific contributions in these capacities were not always detailed. During this period, she also actively represented Surbiton Hill Ward at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee, advocating for local initiatives like Christmas tree funding and raising pertinent questions about the effectiveness of traffic calming measures on Surbiton Hill Road, demonstrating a direct engagement with constituent concerns.

In the most recent year, 2026, Alison Holt's recorded activity is minimal, limited to her attendance at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting in January. While her presence is noted, there is no specific record of her saying or doing anything during this meeting. This contrasts with the more detailed accounts of her involvement in previous years, suggesting a potential shift towards a more observational or less publicly vocal role in her most recent council engagement.

Key Themes and Priorities:

  • Economic Development and Financial Oversight: A consistent theme across her service, evident in her roles and specific actions related to economic strategy and pension fund management.
  • Community Engagement and Local Issues: Demonstrated through her representation of Surbiton Hill Ward and her focus on local initiatives and resident concerns.
  • Leadership and Strategic Planning: Her positions as Vice Chair and Co-Chair, along with her foreword for the economic strategy, point to a strategic and leadership-oriented approach.

Evolution of Focus: While her earlier years show active participation in strategic discussions and local advocacy, her most recent recorded activity in 2026 is limited to attendance. This could indicate a transition to a more behind-the-scenes role, a reduced workload, or simply a period where her specific contributions were not formally documented.

Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years): In 2025, her active representation of Surbiton Hill Ward and advocacy for local issues, alongside her leadership roles, were significant. In 2024, her contribution to Kingston's New Economic Development Strategy and her proactive approach to pension fund oversight stand out.

Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest: Alison Holt consistently demonstrates an interest in the financial health and strategic direction of the council, coupled with a commitment to representing and addressing the needs of her local community.

Yearly Activity Timeline

During 2026, Alison Holt's recorded activity was limited to her presence at the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting in January. There is no indication of her saying or doing anything specific during this meeting.

Monthly Activity in 2026

There is no record of Alison Holt saying or doing anything during the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on January 20, 2026.

Meetings in January 2026
Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday 20 January 2026 7:30 pm - 20 January 2026

There is no record of Alison Holt saying or doing anything in the provided documents for the Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee meeting on 2026-01-20.

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

58 meetings · Page 1 of 12

Council Member

Council - Thursday, 21 May 2026 - 7:30 pm

May 21, 2026, 7:30 pm
Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee Member

Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 7:30 pm

The Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 17 March 2026, with a key focus on addressing parking and traffic management issues in Verona Drive and Ewell Road. The committee will also consider proposals for community grants.

March 17, 2026, 7:30 pm
Place Committee Co-Chair, in the Chair

Place Committee - Thursday, 12 March 2026 - 7:30 pm

The Place Committee of Kingston upon Thames Council met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss a revised abandoned vehicle policy, the council's delivery plan for 2026/27, and the local development scheme. The meeting also included discussions on planned highway maintenance, street lighting, and the procurement strategy for electric vehicle infrastructure.

March 12, 2026, 7:30 pm
Council Member

Budget Council, Council - Thursday 26 February 2026 8:00 pm

The Kingston upon Thames Council convened for a Budget Council meeting on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to discuss and potentially approve the financial strategy and detailed budget for the upcoming years. Key items on the agenda included the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026-2030 and the detailed budget for 2026/27, alongside the Capital Strategy and Treasury Strategy. The meeting also scheduled discussions on the Statement of Licensing Policy, a determination of a complaint against Councillor Kamala Kugan, and a review of political proportionality on Council bodies.

February 26, 2026, 8:00 pm
Council Member

Special Meeting, Council - Thursday 26 February 2026 7:30 pm

The Council of Kingston upon Thames convened for a special meeting on Thursday 26 February 2026. The primary item scheduled for discussion was the potential conferment of the Freedom of the Borough on the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal's Volunteer Corps).

February 26, 2026, 7:30 pm

Decisions from Meetings

90 decisions · Page 5 of 18

Exclusion of Press and Public

From: Senior Staff Panel - Monday 1 September 2025 9:30 am - September 01, 2025

Recommendations Approved

Community Grants Programme

From: Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee - Tuesday 15 July 2025 7:30 pm - July 15, 2025

...to approve Neighbourhood Community Grants of £3,000 each to Voices of Hope, Association QMC School of Capoeira, and Head2Head Sensory Theatre.

Information Only

Motion: Welfare Reform Bill - changes to disability and long-term sickness benefits

From: Council - Tuesday 8 July 2025 7:30 pm - July 08, 2025

...to address concerns about the Welfare Reform Bill's potential impact on disability and long-term sickness benefits, the Council resolved to work with MPs to campaign against cuts, monitor the Timms Review and the Bill, monitor the back-to-work support package, keep the People Committee informed, foster an inclusive community, ensure adequate advice services, help with applications and appeals, and enhance their Information, Advice and Guidance offer.

Summary

Meetings Attended: 58

Average per Month: 2.4

Decisions Recorded: 90