Councillor Gilbert Smyth

Licensing Committee - Wednesday 16 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Hackney Council Licensing Committee met on 16 July 2025 to discuss the Licensing Service Annual Report, and to answer questions from the public and councillors.

Licensing Sub Committee B - Tuesday 8 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Licensing Sub Committee B of Hackney Council scheduled a meeting to discuss licensing applications for premises in the borough. The Sub-Committee was expected to consider applications for a premises licence for 331 Wick Road and to vary a premises licence for Papa John's, 32a Eastway. The meeting was also scheduled to cover temporary event notices.

Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission - Monday 7 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Skills, Economy and Growth Scrutiny Commission met to review the achievements of the administration from 2022-2026, discuss the strategic plan, and plan the commission's work programme for 2025/26. Cabinet members presented updates on their respective areas, and councillors discussed progress, challenges, and future priorities. The commission agreed to review the council's corporate assets and to examine the Executive’s progress on fulfilling its 2022 commitments at its next meeting.

Audit Committee - Wednesday 18 June 2025 6.30 pm

The Hackney Council Audit Committee convened to discuss key financial and governance matters, including the external audit plan, financial updates, and risk management strategies. The committee reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting, and also noted the terms of reference for the municipal year 2025/26. The committee also reviewed the proposed work programme for the coming year.

Licensing Sub Committee E - Tuesday 17 June 2025 2.00 pm

The Licensing Sub Committee E was scheduled to convene remotely to address licensing matters within the borough. The agenda included a review of past meeting minutes, a discussion on hearing procedures, and decisions on applications for license variations for Yuki, located at Arch 426 Reading Lane, and Gindungo, situated at Unit 19 Bohemia Place. Additionally, the committee was expected to address temporary event notices as a standing item.