James Kinsella
Council: Brent
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
104 meetings · Page 1 of 21
Planning Committee - Wednesday 11 February 2026 6.00 pm
Audit and Standards Advisory Committee - Tuesday 3 February 2026 6.00 pm
The Audit and Standards Advisory Committee is scheduled to consider a range of governance, audit, and standards-related matters. Key topics include an update on the council's self-referral to the Social Housing Regulator, a deep dive into the strategic risks presented by Artificial Intelligence (AI), and an annual review of member complaints and the code of conduct.
Schools Forum - Monday 26 January 2026 6.00 pm
The Schools Forum of Brent Council was scheduled to discuss the proposed Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) budgets for the 2026/27 academic year, covering both the main schools block and the early years block. The forum was also set to review its forward plan and consider any actions arising from previous meetings.
Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 21 January 2026 6.00 pm
The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee of Brent Council met on Wednesday 21 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including the council's approach to anti-social behaviour, community engagement, and the utilisation of kerbside space. The committee also reviewed the findings of its Budget Scrutiny Task Group and considered updates to its work programme.
Decisions from Meetings
299 decisions · Page 9 of 60
Apologies for Absence
From: Cabinet - Monday 13 October 2025 10.00 am - October 13, 2025
...to note the apologies for absence from Jehan Weerasinghe and the attendance of Gerry Ansell as his representative.
Recommendations Approved
Brent Purpose Built Student Accommodation Planning Position Statement
From: Cabinet - Monday 13 October 2025 10.00 am - October 13, 2025
...to approve the Brent Planning Position Statement for Purpose Built Student Accommodation for consultation and delegate authority to the Corporate Director Neighbourhoods and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member Regeneration, Planning and Property, to consider consultation responses, make necessary changes, and adopt the statement as a material consideration for planning applications.
Recommendations Approved
Youth Facilities Capital Investment Programme
From: Cabinet - Monday 13 October 2025 10.00 am - October 13, 2025
...to approve a youth facilities capital investment programme, allocating £4 million from the Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy to fund five projects aimed at enhancing youth facilities across the borough.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
From: Cabinet - Monday 13 October 2025 10.00 am - October 13, 2025
...the Cabinet of Brent approved the minutes of the previous meeting held on Monday 8 September 2025 as an accurate record.
Recommendations Approved
Petitions (if any)
From: Cabinet - Monday 13 October 2025 10.00 am - October 13, 2025
...to address a petition regarding Roe Green Playground in Kingsbury, the Cabinet acknowledged existing funding for refurbishment, committed to working with local stakeholders on design and delivery targeting 2026, and expressed willingness to explore additional funding opportunities.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 104
Average per Month: 4.2
Decisions Recorded: 299