Councillor Clare Potter

Planning Sub-Committee - Wednesday 2 July 2025 6.30 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Hackney Council Planning Sub-Committee meeting on 2 July 2025. The agenda included a planning application for Benabo Court and a review of delegated decisions. The committee was also expected to note its terms of reference for the municipal year.

Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission - Monday 16 June 2025 7.00 pm

The Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission met to discuss corporate property management, fleet decarbonisation, and to plan their work programme for the coming year. Councillors reviewed the council's progress on asset transformation and fleet electrification, and discussed how these initiatives align with the council's strategic goals and financial position. The commission also agreed the minutes of their previous meeting held on 10 March 2025.

Extra-ordinary, Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 12 June 2025 7.00 pm

The Hackney Council Scrutiny Panel met to discuss the Housing Ombudsman's Special Report on Hackney Council, which highlighted several areas of service failure, including repairs, damp and mould, and complaint handling. The panel also established a Budget Scrutiny Task and Finish Panel to review the council's budget and ensure it aligns with strategic objectives and community priorities.

Corporate Committee - Monday 19 May 2025 6.30 pm

The Corporate Committee of Hackney Council was scheduled to meet on 19 May 2025 to discuss a range of issues, including the establishment of the Planning Sub-Committee, environmental enforcement, business regulation, and the Corporate Peer Challenge update. The committee was also expected to note its terms of reference and work programme for the municipal year 2025/26.

Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday 14 May 2025 7.00 pm

The annual meeting of Hackney Council included the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, the establishment of committees, and a review of procedure rules. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss appointments to outside bodies and a dispensation to extend the six-month rule for Councillor Michael Levy.