Councillor Laura O'Brien
Email: cllr.l.obrien@richmond.gov.uk
Council: Richmond upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
54 meetings · Page 1 of 11
Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Wednesday, 17 June 2026 - 7.00 pm
Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 24 March 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee met to discuss the future of Shacklegate Lane allotments, the delivery of the Culture Richmond
strategy, and plans for a low-waste future. The committee heard passionate arguments regarding the proposed closure of Shacklegate Lane allotments to extend Teddington Cemetery, ultimately deciding to proceed with the cemetery expansion. Significant progress was noted on the Culture Richmond
strategy, with plans to continue its implementation and enhance partnerships. The committee also approved a roadmap for achieving a low-waste future, including new recycling initiatives and trials.
Council - Tuesday, 3 March 2026 - 7.00 pm
The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday 03 March 2026 to discuss and approve the Revenue Budget and Council Tax for 2026/27, alongside the Capital Programme and funding review. A significant increase in Council Tax of 4.81% was approved, which includes a 2.99% rise for general expenditure and a 2% increase for the Adult Social Care Precept. The Council also approved an ambitious capital programme totalling £303.2 million over six years, funded through a combination of borrowing, grants, reserves, and developer contributions.
Decisions from Meetings
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Ward Concerns
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 18 November 2025 7.00 pm - November 18, 2025
...to approve recommendations for a policy review regarding funerary approaches at Shacklegate Lane Allotments and Teddington Cemetery, including grave reuse, innovative burial styles, and increased resident engagement.
Recommendations Approved
Declarations of Interest
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 18 November 2025 7.00 pm - November 18, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, noting that there were no declarations of interest.
Recommendations Approved
Committee Work Programme
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 18 November 2025 7.00 pm - November 18, 2025
The Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee decided to approve the Committee Work Programme on 18 November 2025. The committee agreed the Committee Work Programme for committee business, subject to discussion.
Recommendations Approved
Petitions
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 18 November 2025 7.00 pm - November 18, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, as there were no petitions presented to the committee.
Recommendations Approved
Apologies
From: Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee - Tuesday, 18 November 2025 7.00 pm - November 18, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, noting Councillor McLeod's virtual attendance and apologies for not being present in person.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 54
Average per Month: 1.1
Decisions Recorded: 91 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.