Jon Evans

Cabinet Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council cabinet is scheduled to meet to discuss housing developments, property licensing, environmental issues, and financial matters. The meeting will cover topics such as the Battersea Power Station Council Housing project, the Alton Estate Renewal, expansion of selective property licensing, and the Cleaner Borough Plan. Additionally, the cabinet will discuss the procurement of arboriculture services, supplementary planning documents, treasury management, corporate plan performance, financial updates, and the write-off of irrecoverable debts.

Cabinet Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council Cabinet was scheduled to meet on 18 November 2025 to discuss a call-in request regarding the potential closure of Bradstow Community Special School and its registered children's homes. Councillor Simon Hogg, Leader of the Council, and other cabinet members were expected to be in attendance.

General Overview and Scrutiny Committee Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council's General Overview and Scrutiny Committee convened to discuss the proposed closure of Bradstow Community Special School in Kent. After hearing arguments for and against the closure, the committee voted to take no further action, effectively allowing the Cabinet's decision to close the school to proceed. This decision was made despite concerns raised about the impact on vulnerable children and the financial implications for the council.

Grants Sub-Committee Officer

Wandsworth Council

The Wandsworth Council Grants Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet on 6 November 2025 to discuss recommendations for the Community Spaces and Inflationary Pressures Grant Fund. The Sub-Committee will consider applications for funding from various organisations and make recommendations accordingly, with final decisions delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive. This fund aims to support the council's response to the cost of living crisis by providing financial assistance to community spaces and food projects, as well as organisations facing increased demand due to inflationary pressures.

Cabinet Officer

Wandsworth Council

Wandsworth Council's Cabinet met this November to discuss a range of issues, including the closure of Bradstow School, improvements to Wandsworth Town Station, and a review of fees and charges for 2026/27. The Cabinet approved the closure of Bradstow School, supported the Wandsworth Town Station improvements, agreed to freeze parking charges, and approved a new domestic abuse policy. They also received updates on the Clapham Junction Urban Heart Masterplan and the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) business plan.