Councillor Jake Short

Planning Committee - Wednesday, 6th August, 2025 7.00 pm

The Sutton Council Planning Committee met on 6 August 2025, and made decisions on three planning applications. Councillors refused an application to increase the number of bedrooms in an existing house in multiple occupation (HMO) at 37 Longfield Avenue, and granted permission for the retention of a pergola at 19 Calico Avenue and for extended hours of operation at the sports hall at Wallington County Grammar School.

Senior Officer Appointment Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 9.00 am

Council - Monday, 14th July, 2025 7.00 pm

The Sutton Council meeting on 14 July 2025 included discussion of a number of motions, including the protection of Greenbelt land, helping residents through hard times, addressing the deterioration of Mill Green Mitcham Common, and Parkinson's awareness. Councillors also addressed questions about Sutton Housing Partnership repairs, Transport for London (TfL) works, the future of Healthwatch, the Victoria House site, carbon emissions, support for the charity sector, resident participation in planning, welfare reforms, and the committee system in local councils.

Carshalton and Clockhouse Local Committee - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 7.00 pm

The Carshalton and Clockhouse Local Committee met to discuss a range of local issues, including updates from the Sutton Housing Partnership, budget considerations, and local funding allocations. The committee also planned to hear a community showcase from the Carshalton Beeches Wellbeing Group.

North East Surrey Crematorium Board - Tuesday, 24th June, 2025 10.30 am

The North East Surrey Crematorium Board (NESCB) met to discuss the surveyor and treasurer's reports, as well as an update on the board's constitution. The board was also scheduled to appoint a chair and vice-chair. Councillors were reminded to consider whether they had any interests they should declare.