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, 16 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 45 of 50
Declarations of Interests
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 23rd October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 23, 2024
...to comply with regulations, Councillor Edison Huynh declared a personal interest regarding a proposal for a new strategic youth offer and strategy due to his former membership on the Youth First Board, and the recommendations were approved.
Recommendations Approved
Matters Raised by Scrutiny and other Constitutional Bodies
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 23rd October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 23, 2024
...to note comments from the Public Accounts Select Committee on the Housing Revenue Account Budget, agree to a response to the Brockley Assembly regarding Community Space, and note the report of the Private Rented Sector in Lewisham’s Task and Finish Group, requesting responses from Executive Directors for Housing and Corporate Resources for consideration on 29 January 2024.
Recommendations Approved
Lewisham Homes Ltd Business Plan
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 23rd October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 23, 2024
...to endorse the Business Plan 2024/25 of Lewisham Homes Limited, the Council’s wholly owned housing company.
Implemented
Proposal for a new Strategic Youth Offer and Strategy
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 23rd October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 23, 2024
...to develop a five-year Youth Strategy, insource the Youth Service provision from Youth First, and delegate authority to the Director of Children’s Services to finalise transition arrangements.
Implemented
Expiry of Notting Hill Genesis leases at Milford Towers and Proposed New Management Arrangements
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 23rd October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 23, 2024
...to note the expiry of Notting Hill Genesis leases at Milford Towers, the return of vacant flats for temporary accommodation, ongoing discussions with Lewisham Homes regarding future management, and to delegate authority to enter into the most optimal leasing arrangement for the flats.
Implemented
Summary
Meetings Attended: 42
Average per Month: 1.8
Decisions Recorded: 249