Councillor James Chard
Email: cllr.j.chard@richmond.gov.uk
Council: Richmond upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
38 meetings · Page 1 of 8
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Decisions from Meetings
111 decisions · Page 7 of 23
Proposed Grant of a Lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Additional Budget Requests
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025
...to approve the funding of the budget requests listed in paragraph 3.1, totaling £308,400, from the central contingency budget or other specified sources like the General Fund balances.
Recommendations Approved
Proposed Grant of a Lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025
...to grant a 10-year lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature, a charity promoting mental health through nature, delegating authority to the Assistant Director of Valuation and Asset Management Services to finalize the lease with specific conditions regarding school fees and WC access, despite noting a majority of objections received during the public consultation.
Recommendations Approved
End of Year (Q4) 2024/25 Performance Report and 2025/26 Refresh of Richmond Corporate Plan
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025
...to note progress on Richmond Corporate Plan (RCP) actions, note performance against RCP key indicators, agree the proposed RCP key actions for 2025/26, agree the proposed RCP key indicators for 2025/26, and consider if there is an area of performance which should be recommended for consideration as part of the Policy and Performance Review Board’s workplan.
Recommendations Approved
Apologies
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 38
Average per Month: 1.8
Decisions Recorded: 111