Chris Varley - Councillor for Richmond upon Thames (South Richmond)

Councillor Chris Varley

Liberal Democrat Party South Richmond Lead Member for Housing and Vice-Chair Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee

Email: cllr.c.varley@richmond.gov.uk

Council: Richmond upon Thames

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Planning Committee Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee Council (Member) Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee (Vice-Chair) Regulatory Committee (Member)

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

38 meetings · Page 1 of 8

Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee Vice-Chair

Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee - Tuesday, 10 February 2026 7.00 pm

February 10, 2026, 7:00 pm
Regulatory Committee Member

Regulatory Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Regulatory Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider proposals for the extension of two Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). The committee will also review the minutes from a previous meeting.

February 03, 2026, 7:00 pm
Council Member

Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the Council's Constitution, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, and to consider retaining the committee system of governance. The meeting also included a debate on the Council's goal of achieving a net-zero borough by 2043, and motions concerning Artificial Intelligence, housing delivery, and support for the hospitality sector.

January 27, 2026, 7:00 pm
Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee Vice-Chair

Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee - Wednesday, 14 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee met on Wednesday 14 January 2026, discussing a range of important issues including the performance of South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, the adoption of a new charter for carers, and plans for the future of day services in Richmond. Key decisions included the approval of the Richmond Adult Carers' and Young Carers' Charter and the formation of a Community Partnership to deliver day services.

January 14, 2026, 7:00 pm
Committee Member

Richmond Burial Ground Trust - Wednesday, 10 December 2025 6.00 pm, NEW

The Richmond Burial Ground Trust was scheduled to meet to discuss the proposed Circular Economy Hub at Grove Gardens Chapel. The meeting was also scheduled to cover declarations of interest and apologies for absence.

December 10, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

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Leisure Infrastructure Plan

From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025

...to note the report's contents, agree to the appended Leisure Infrastructure Plan and year one action plan, note the inclusion of a £2m capital investment in the capital programme update, and note that additional funding will be sought from the preferred leisure services provider to enhance services.

Recommendations Approved

Domestic Retrofit Task & Finish Group

From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025

...to note the Domestic Retrofit Task & Finish Group's report, agree to its 16 recommendations for improving domestic retrofit in the borough, and note how these recommendations will be integrated into the Climate and Nature Strategy action plan.

Recommendations Approved

Arboriculture Contract

From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025

...to tender new contracts for arboriculture services commencing on 1 April 2026, and delegated authority for developing specifications, agreeing procurement strategies, and tendering the services to the Executive Director of Environment and Community Services in consultation with other executives and the Committee Chair.

Recommendations Approved

Government Approach to Housing Delivery - approval of updates to the Housing Delivery Test Action Plan and Local Development Scheme

From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 11 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 11, 2025

...to note recent government housing delivery publications, delegate the preparation and publication of an updated Housing Delivery Test Action Plan and Local Development Scheme to the Interim Director of Place in consultation with the Committee Chair, and appoint a designated officer.

Recommendations Approved

Community Toilet Scheme

From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 7 January 2025 7.00 pm - January 07, 2025

...to extend the current Community Toilet Scheme management post for six months and create a one-year fixed-term Access Officer post to manage the scheme, noting the progress made against previous recommendations.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 38

Average per Month: 1.7

Decisions Recorded: 76