Councillor Asma Begum

Extraordinary, Audit Committee - Thursday, 27th June, 2024 6.00 p.m.

The Audit Committee discussed the council's performance in providing adult social care to people in their homes, and the process of recruiting new social workers to deliver that care. The committee decided to ask the council's senior management team to investigate the relationship between the amount the council spends on recruiting social workers and the speed with which they are able to fill vacancies.

Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 4th June, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee of Tower Hamlets Council convened on Tuesday 04 June 2024 to discuss a range of significant topics impacting the borough's health and adult social care services. Key decisions and discussions included updates on workforce shortages, maternity services, and the empowerment of disabled residents through accessible sports and fitness initiatives.

Audit Committee - Thursday, 23rd May, 2024 7.00 p.m.

The meeting focused on several key administrative and governance issues for the Tower Hamlets Council. The most significant topics included the appointment of a vice chair, approval of previous meeting minutes, audit committee terms of reference, and the annual governance statement.

Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday, 15th May, 2024 7.00 p.m.

The Tower Hamlets council meeting was primarily focused on the election of a new speaker and deputy speaker for the council, along with the appointment of committee members for the upcoming year. The meeting also included reflections on the past year's work and the introduction of new initiatives.

Strategic Development Committee - Tuesday, 14th May, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The meeting focused on several key topics, including the approval of a new pedestrian and cycle bridge at Ailsa Wharf, the redevelopment of Caxton Hall Community Centre, and procedural matters related to the Bishopsgate Goods Yard and the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC).