Councillor James Royston
Email: James.Royston@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
56 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Pensions Investment Committee - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Pensions Investment Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to discuss updates on the Lewisham Pension Fund's investments, including its investment strategy and responsible investment policies. The committee will also receive an update on the pooling of assets with the London Collective Investment Vehicle (LCIV).
Planning Committee A - Thursday, 12 March 2026 - 7.30 pm
The Planning Committee A met on Thursday, 12 March 2026, to discuss and make decisions on three planning applications. The committee granted permission for the development of a 3G Artificial Grass Pitch at Whitefoot Lane Playing Field, approved the change of use of a dwelling to a children's home at 42 St John's Vale, and granted permission for a rear extension to a House in Multiple Occupation at 31A Crescent Way.
Council - Wednesday, 4 March 2026 - 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues, including the Council Budget for 2026/27 and temporary changes to polling places for the upcoming May 2026 elections. The meeting also included a review of the Statement of Licensing Policy.
Sustainable Development Select Committee - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Sustainable Development Select Committee of Lewisham Council was scheduled to discuss dockless bikes, a review of waste services, and the committee's work programme. The meeting agenda also included standard administrative items.
Decisions from Meetings
63 decisions · Page 8 of 13
Council Budget 2025/26
From: BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 7.30 pm - March 05, 2025
... the Council of Lewisham approved the Council Budget for 2025/26, including a General Fund Budget Requirement of £312.515m, a 4.99% increase in Lewisham's Council Tax element, adjustments to various specific grants, an approach to setting 2025/26 fees and charges, the Dedicated Schools Grant allocation, an increase in dwelling rents of 2.7%, the Housing Revenue Account Business Plan, the Treasury Management Strategy, the Capital Programme, and the Climate Budget.
Recommendations Approved
Pay Policy Statement
From: BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 7.30 pm - March 05, 2025
...to approve the Pay Policy Statement for 2025/26 as detailed in Appendix 1 of the report.
Recommendations Approved
Appointment of Young Mayor and Deputy
From: BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 7.30 pm - March 05, 2025
...to approve the appointment of the new Young Mayor and Deputy, following speeches from the outgoing office holders and the signing of acceptance documents.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes of the meeting held on 14 November 2024
From: Sustainable Development Select Committee - Wednesday, 26th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 26, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Active Travel Strategy
From: Sustainable Development Select Committee - Wednesday, 26th February, 2025 7.00 pm - February 26, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 56
Average per Month: 2.2
Decisions Recorded: 63