Councillor Joel Anthony Herga

Planning Committee - Wednesday, 4 February 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Planning Committee of Redbridge Council was scheduled to discuss a proposed extension to the Woodford Liberal Synagogue in South Woodford. The meeting's agenda also included the review of draft minutes from a previous meeting.

Health Scrutiny Sub - committee - Monday, 26 January 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on 26 January 2026 covered a range of health-related topics, including updates on health protection, primary care, and the ongoing restructuring of the NHS. Key discussions focused on the declining levels of COVID-19 and flu, concerns about norovirus, and improvements in vaccination uptake. The committee also addressed challenges in primary care, such as GP practice workload and the impact of deprivation on demand for services.

Council - Thursday, 22 January 2026 - 7.00 p.m.

The Council meeting scheduled for Thursday, 22 January 2026, was set to cover a range of important topics, including the mid-year review of treasury management, the local council tax reduction scheme for the upcoming year, and the annual report of the Governance and Assurance Committee. Additionally, members were scheduled to debate three business motions concerning small businesses, violence against women and girls, and the protection of natural assets.

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The Children and Young People Policy Development Committee met to discuss the impact of falling school rolls and the upcoming government white paper on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Key discussions included strategies to manage declining student numbers, the potential for school closures or amalgamations, and the implications of national SEND reforms for local provision.

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The General Purposes Committee met to discuss the ongoing review and redrafting of the council's constitution, agreeing to a revised timetable for its approval. The committee noted the progress of Phase 2 of the review, which includes significant changes to the structure, content, and accessibility of the constitution. A final version of the constitution is expected to be submitted to the committee at its next meeting, before going to the Full Council in March for adoption.