Councillor Edith David

Extraordinary Council, Council - Tuesday 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm

The council meeting included a discussion of an opposition motion regarding secrecy and failures in corporate parenting, following the death of three young people with care experience. The motion called for the resignation of Councillor Barry Rawlings, Leader of the Council, and Councillor Pauline Coakley Webb, Cabinet Member for Family Friendly Barnet.

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) - Thursday 27th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) convened to discuss a range of topics, including the council's anti-fraud strategy, risk management, internal and external audit progress, treasury management, and member development programmes. The committee noted the progress made in various areas and provided feedback on proposed plans, particularly regarding member training and induction.

Council - Tuesday 21st October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Barnet Council meeting on 21 October 2025 included tributes to former councillors Vanessa Gearson and Agnes Slocum, a discussion on high streets resulting in a decision to provide a written response to a deputation, and a discussion on public engagement in major developments, also resulting in a decision to provide a written report. The council also unanimously carried a joint motion condemning the Yom Kippur terrorist attack in Manchester.

Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee (GARMS) - Thursday 18th September, 2025 7.00 pm

Here is a summary of the Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee meeting of Barnet Council held on 18 September 2025.

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 15th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The Pension Fund Committee met to discuss the performance and management of the fund, including updates on administration, investment strategy, and risk management. The committee noted reports on administration performance, external audit, risk management, knowledge and understanding, and investment performance. Members also discussed and approved a draft funding strategy statement and an academies funding policy.