Councillor Geraldene Lucia-Hennis

Council - Wednesday, 5th November, 2025 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on 5 November 2025 saw the formal handover of leadership, with Councillor David Leaf appointed as the new Leader of the Council. The meeting also included a comprehensive review of the Council's achievements over the past term, with particular emphasis on the Bexley Plan 2022-2026 and its three key priorities: Aspiration for residents, Ambition for the Borough, and an Efficient and Effective Council.

Licensing Committee - Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Licensing Committee convened to discuss several key issues, including a proposed change to the temporary events licence fee for the Bexleyheath Broadway Business Improvement District (BID), aimed at boosting the town centre's economy, and to review the annual performance of the Licensing Partnership. The committee approved the 6-month event licence for the Bexleyheath BID, and they also reviewed licensing activities determined under delegated powers, and received updates on licensing enforcement and the Licensing Partnership's annual performance.

Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 14th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss strengthening the voice of children in special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) services, the Bexley S.H.I.E.L.D. annual report, the youth justice strategic plan, and a six-month update on recommendations for a safety valve programme[^1]. The committee also reviewed its work programme for the coming year.

Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 7th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Keep Britain Tidy survey results, housing services, and grounds maintenance. The committee noted improvements in street cleansing standards and heard about the council's work to reduce reliance on temporary accommodation. Members also discussed a new grounds maintenance contract and its implications.

Council - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 7.30 pm

The Bexley Council meeting on 16 July 2025 included questions from the public and councillors, a debate on policing, and updates from the Leader of the Council and various committees. The council agreed to maintain its policy of not abating pensions upon re-employment, and also agreed to make a cash contribution to the London CIV B Shares Subscription.