Amer Agha MB BS, MSc, PHCM - Councillor for Brent (Welsh Harp)

Councillor Amer Agha MB BS, MSc, PHCM

Labour Welsh Harp

Email: cllr.amer.agha@brent.gov.uk

Council: Brent

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Amer Agha MB BS, MSc, PHCM's council service, particularly in the most recent year of 2025, has been strongly characterized by a focus on the health, sustainability, and community well-being of High Streets. In 2025, Agha was a leading voice in advocating for the revitalization of these vital urban spaces. He championed the Labour Group's motion Backing Healthy Sustainable High Streets, underscoring the council's crucial role in safeguarding residents and fostering a positive community environment. Agha voiced significant concerns regarding the impact of austerity measures, which he believes have led to an proliferation of less desirable businesses and a potential disconnect from residents' actual priorities for safety and health. He firmly asserted the council's obligation to take action, even within financial limitations, and specifically highlighted his efforts to push for legal reforms, particularly concerning gambling establishments. His conviction that > People make places, and of course, they should have a say over them encapsulates his belief in empowering communities. Agha concluded his 2025 advocacy by emphasizing the council's indispensable leadership in constructing a resilient future. While the provided information only details activity in 2025, this year's contributions clearly demonstrate a deep commitment to proactive governance and community-centric development, with a particular emphasis on the tangible impact of policy on the fabric of local life.

Yearly Activity Timeline

In 2025, Amer Agha MB BS, MSc, PHCM was actively involved in advocating for the revitalization and sustainability of High Streets. During the September 15 Council meeting, he moved the Labour Group's motion Backing Healthy Sustainable High Streets, emphasizing the council's responsibility to protect residents and foster community well-being. Agha expressed concern about the detrimental effects of austerity on High Streets, leading to an increase in less desirable businesses, and questioned whether this reflected residents' priorities for safety and health. He asserted the council's duty to act, even within constraints, and highlighted his advocacy for legal changes, particularly concerning gambling premises, stating,

People make places, and of course, they should have a say over them.
He concluded by stressing the council's leadership role in building a resilient future.

Monthly Activity in 2025

Amer Agha MB BS, MSc, PHCM did not speak or perform any actions during the Council meeting on November 10, 2025, which was the only meeting in November 2025 where activity was recorded.

Meetings in November 2025

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Council Committee Member

Council - Wednesday, 20 May 2026 - 6.00 pm

May 20, 2026, 6:00 pm
Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee Alternate

Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee was scheduled to discuss updates on the management plans for the Welsh Harp and West Hendon Playing Fields, as well as receive reports from the Canal & River Trust and the Brent Catchment Partnership. The meeting's agenda also included a review of future meeting dates.

March 26, 2026, 6:00 pm
Council Committee Member

Council - Monday, 23 February 2026 - 3.30 pm

The Brent Council Full Council meeting on Monday 23 February 2026 confirmed the budget for 2026-27, including a 4.99% increase in Council Tax, and noted the external auditor's annual report. The meeting also discussed the Council's treasury management activities and approved the Members' Allowance Scheme for 2026-27.

February 23, 2026, 3:30 pm
Council Committee Member

Extraordinary Council Meeting, Council - Tuesday 13 January 2026 6.00 pm

The Council of Brent Council convened for an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday 13 January 2026. The primary focus of the meeting was to review and adjust the representation of political groups on council committees and other relevant bodies following a change in the council's political balance. This adjustment was necessitated by the formation of a new political group.

January 13, 2026, 6:00 pm
Council Committee Member

Council - Monday 10 November 2025 6.00 pm

The Brent Council meeting on 10 November 2025 addressed a range of local issues, including community safety, housing, environmental concerns, and financial planning. Motions were passed regarding bee corridor management, support for free childcare, and reforming the two-child benefit limit, while a motion on affordable housing was defeated. The council also formally adopted the Brent Youth Justice Plan 2025-28.

November 10, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

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Minutes of the Previous Meeting

From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023

Council agreed that the minutes of the Council meeting held on Monday 10 July 2023 be approved as a correct record on 18/09/2023.

Questions from the Opposition and other Non-Cabinet Members

From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023

...to note the responses provided by Cabinet Members to questions from opposition and non-cabinet members on various topics including examination results, GP practices, parking permits, rough sleepers, and shared ownership housing.

Deputations (if any)

From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023

The Council noted the deputation received from Satvinder Riyat representing Sudbury Matters Forum regarding Barham Park on 18/09/2023. The deputation outlined the history of the park and the Forum's aim to establish a "Friends of Barham Park" group to ensure community involvement in its future use and management. The Council welcomed the establishment of the Friends Group as a means of focussing future collaboration and engagement.

Report from the Vice Chair of the Audit & Standards Advisory Committees

From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023

Brent Council noted the update report provided by the Vice Chair of the Audit & Standards Advisory Committee on 18/09/2023.

Report from Chairs of Scrutiny Committees

From: Council - Monday, 18 September 2023 - 6.00 pm - September 18, 2023

The Council noted the update reports provided by the Chair of the Community & Wellbeing and Resources & Public Realm Scrutiny Committees on 18/09/2023.

Summary

Meetings Attended: 181

Average per Month: 1.3

Decisions Recorded: 22 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.