Councillor James Rathbone
Email: James.Rathbone@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
59 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Planning Committee B - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 7.00 pm
Public Accounts Select Committee - Thursday, 29th January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Public Accounts Select Committee is scheduled to discuss the council's budget for the upcoming financial year, 2026-27, which will involve a detailed review of proposed spending, savings, and income generation. The committee will also consider its work programme for the remainder of the municipal year, ensuring its scrutiny activities align with the council's strategic priorities.
Council - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to discuss a range of financial and governance matters. Key topics scheduled for consideration included the setting of the Council Tax base for the upcoming year, a review of the Council's constitution, and updates on treasury management.
Planning Committee B - Tuesday, 27th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Planning Committee B of Lewisham Council met on Tuesday 27 January 2026 to discuss the proposed redevelopment of Blackheath Station Car Park. After extensive deliberation and hearing from various stakeholders, the committee resolved to defer a decision on the application to allow for the submission of additional information regarding parking surveys on peak trading days, a retail impact assessment, and more detailed plans for the farmers' market operation and emergency service access.
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 7.00 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to discuss the Lewisham Transformation Plan and the borough's economic development strategy, Inclusive Economy Lewisham. The committee will be asked to note the Transforming Lewisham Plan and its intended outcomes, and to comment on updates regarding the Inclusive Economy Lewisham strategy.
Decisions from Meetings
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Risk Management in Housing
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...the committee noted the report on Risk Management in Housing, which outlined key risks and mitigations within the Housing directorate's Risk Register.
Recommendations Approved
Internal Audit Progress Report
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...to note the Internal Audit Progress Report, summarising findings and progress up to 30th November 2025 in delivering the 2025/26 internal audit plan, as well as information about compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards and CIPFA Public Sector application note.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...to confirm and sign the minutes of the Audit and Risk Committee meeting held on 11 November 2025 as an accurate record.
Recommendations Approved
External Audit Update
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
... the report regarding the External Audit Update was noted.
Recommendations Approved
Declarations of Interest
From: Audit and Risk Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.00 pm - December 11, 2025
...to note Councillor Ayesha Lahai–Taylor's declaration of interest as a Lewisham council tenant in relation to Item 4: Risk Management in Housing.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 59
Average per Month: 2.7
Decisions Recorded: 69