Councillor Norman Stevenson

(to reconvene on 15 September), Personnel Appeals Panel - Tuesday 9 September 2025 10.00 am

The Personnel Appeals Panel met to discuss a disciplinary appeal. The panel initially adjourned to consider additional evidence submitted by the appellant, before ultimately deciding to dismiss the appeal.

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 8 September 2025 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council Pension Fund Committee met on 8 September 2025, and among the items discussed was the approval of a draft responsible investment policy with a target of net zero emissions by 2050, and the setting of actuarial assumptions for the 2025 triennial valuation, including increasing the prudence level for the discount rate assumption from 70% to 80%. The committee also reviewed the fund's performance, noting underperformance against benchmarks over various periods, and received updates on investment pooling and the London Collective Investment Vehicle (LCIV).

Cabinet - Thursday 24 July 2025 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council Cabinet met in July to discuss several key issues, including budget performance, property licensing, and the council's response to a recent inspection of children's services. The cabinet approved recommendations on adult social care, property management, and community safety, and noted reports on financial performance and scrutiny projects.

Health and Wellbeing Board - Thursday 3 July 2025 2.00 pm

The Harrow Health and Wellbeing Board met to discuss the Better Care Fund, integrated neighbourhood teams and an oral health needs assessment. The board approved the 2024/25 Better Care Fund end of year report and formally approved the 2025/26 Better Care Fund plan.

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 16 June 2025 6.30 pm

The Harrow Council Pension Fund Committee convened to review the fund's performance, discuss investment strategies, and address governance and risk management. Councillor David Ashton, Portfolio Holder for Finance & Highways, chaired the meeting, where members approved the Harrow Pension Fund Committee Work Plan for 2025-26 and noted reports on the fund's actuarial position, the London CIV's engagement and accountability, and the pension fund risk register. A key focus was on adapting to the government's evolving requirements for investment pooling and the implications for the fund's relationship with the London CIV.