Mayor Brenda Dacres
Email: brenda.dacres@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
42 meetings · Page 1 of 9
Health and Wellbeing Board - Monday, 16th March, 2026 3.00 pm
The Health and Wellbeing Board met on Monday 16 March 2026 to discuss a range of critical public health initiatives. Key decisions included noting the progress and future plans for the Health Inequalities Programme and the Health Equity Teams, approving the Lewisham Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment 2026-2029, and delegating authority to the Chair to approve the 2026-27 Better Care Fund plan. The Board also heard updates on sickle cell disorder, foster care recruitment, the joint strategic needs assessment on autism, and the Better Care Fund.
BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues, including the Council Budget for 2026/27 and temporary changes to polling places for the upcoming May 2026 elections. The meeting also included a review of the Statement of Licensing Policy.
Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet meeting on 25 February 2026 saw the approval of several key procurements and policy updates, including significant investment in substance misuse services, domestic violence support, and housing maintenance. The meeting also celebrated the achievements of the Young Mayor's program and approved the designation of five new Areas of Special Local Character.
(Budget), Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026 to discuss and approve the Council Budget for 2026/27. Key decisions included the approval of a 4.99% increase in Council Tax and a review of various fees and charges across council services. The meeting also addressed matters raised by scrutiny concerning flood risk from paved-over gardens.
Decisions from Meetings
249 decisions · Page 40 of 50
Setting the Council Tax Base, the NNDR Tax Base & Discounts for Second Homes and Empty Homes
From: Council - Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025 7.30 pm - January 22, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Polling District Review
From: Council - Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025 7.30 pm - January 22, 2025
...to approve a revised polling scheme for Lewisham, with proposed changes, for implementation at all elections from January 31, 2025.
Recommendations Approved
Re-procurement and award of the Primary Care Recovery Service (Adult Substance Misuse Service)
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th December, 2024 6.00 pm - December 04, 2024
...to approve the procurement and award of a two-year contract, costing a maximum of £1,612,706, to the Humankind Charity for the Primary Care Recovery Service (Adult Substance Misuse).
Recommendations Approved
Building for Lewisham (BfL) - Procurement Strategy and Programme Update
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th December, 2024 6.00 pm - December 04, 2024
...to procure an Investment Partner for major development projects under the Building for Lewisham program, delegate authority to bid for grant funding for specific regeneration projects, and note the progress, risks, and challenges impacting the program, including the impact of changes to Right to Buy.
Recommendations Approved
Economic Development Strategy Adoption
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th December, 2024 6.00 pm - December 04, 2024
...to adopt the "Inclusive Economy Lewisham" as the borough's economic development strategy for 2025-2030, delegate its implementation oversight, and receive annual progress reports.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 42
Average per Month: 1.8
Decisions Recorded: 249