James Chard - Councillor for Richmond upon Thames (Twickenham Riverside)

Councillor James Chard

Liberal Democrat Party Twickenham Riverside Vice-Chair Transport & Air Quality Committee.

Email: cllr.j.chard@richmond.gov.uk

Council: Richmond upon Thames

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Transport and Air Quality Committee (Vice-Chair) Regulatory Committee (Member) Finance, Policy and Resources Committee (Member) Council (Member) Policy and Performance Review Board

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

38 meetings · Page 1 of 8

Regulatory Committee Member

Regulatory Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Regulatory Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider proposals for the extension of two Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). The committee will also review the minutes from a previous meeting.

February 03, 2026, 7:00 pm
Transport and Air Quality Committee Vice-Chair

Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 2 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Transport and Air Quality Committee is scheduled to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming financial year, review the progress of various transport and air quality initiatives, and consider updates on highway maintenance and cycle parking. Key topics include proposed fee revisions, the highway maintenance programme for 2026/27, and plans for expanding bikehangar provision.

February 02, 2026, 7:00 pm
Council Member

Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the Council's Constitution, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, and to consider retaining the committee system of governance. The meeting also included a debate on the Council's goal of achieving a net-zero borough by 2043, and motions concerning Artificial Intelligence, housing delivery, and support for the hospitality sector.

January 27, 2026, 7:00 pm
Finance, Policy and Resources Committee Member

Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 15 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Finance, Policy and Resources Committee met on 15 January 2026 to discuss the annual contracts report and procurement update, the cost of living support update, the Richmond Corporate Plan mid-year performance report, and the London Councils borough subscription. The committee approved the proposed budget for the London Councils Grant Scheme for 2026-27 and noted updates on procurement plans and cost of living support initiatives.

January 15, 2026, 7:00 pm
Committee Vice-Chair

Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 8 December 2025 7.00 pm

The Transport and Air Quality Committee agreed to changes to the legal status of the Thames towpath and approved a draft towpath movement strategy, which aims to enhance the nationally significant asset, improve access, and promote active travel. The committee also reviewed the Richmond Corporate Plan's mid-year performance, focusing on key performance indicators related to corporate priorities.

December 08, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

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Petitions

From: Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 7 April 2025 7.00 pm - April 07, 2025

...to approve the recommendations, as there were no petitions presented to the Transport and Air Quality Committee.

Recommendations Approved

Programme of Planned Highway Maintenance Works 2025/26

From: Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 7 April 2025 7.00 pm - April 07, 2025

...to approve the revised annual planned highway maintenance programmes for 2025/26, note the reserve schemes, and delegate subsequent changes to the Director of Environment & Community Services following consultation with the Committee Chair.

Recommendations Approved

Apologies

From: Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 3 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 03, 2025

...to note the apologies received from Councillor Bishop and Councillor Dalton.

Recommendations Approved

Committee Work Programme

From: Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 3 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 03, 2025

...to note the Committee Work Programme.

Recommendations Approved

Bikehangars Phase 5

From: Transport and Air Quality Committee - Monday, 3 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 03, 2025

...to proceed with a fifth phase of consultation and installation of up to 35 additional on-street bikehangars, subject to the outcome of the consultation and consideration of any representations received.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 38

Average per Month: 1.8

Decisions Recorded: 111