Councillor Lesley Pollesche
Email: cllr.l.pollesche@richmond.gov.uk
Council: Richmond upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
57 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 12 February 2026 7.00 pm
Regulatory Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 7.00 pm
The Regulatory Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider proposals for the extension of two Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). The committee will also review the minutes from a previous meeting.
Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday, 29 January 2026 11.00 am
The Licensing Sub-Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for The Mirror Café. The meeting will also address the procedure for hearings and any declarations of interest.
Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 7.00 pm
The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the Council's Constitution, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, and to consider retaining the committee system of governance. The meeting also included a debate on the Council's goal of achieving a net-zero borough by 2043, and motions concerning Artificial Intelligence, housing delivery, and support for the hospitality sector.
Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 11.00 am
The Licensing Sub-Committee granted a new premises licence to Hagen Espresso Bar, located at 52 Hill Street, Richmond, TW9 1TW. The licence permits the sale of alcohol for both on and off-site consumption between 10:00 and 18:00, Monday to Sunday. The premises will also be open to the public during these hours.
Decisions from Meetings
120 decisions · Page 14 of 24
Committee Work Programme
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Connect to Work
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to approve the Council's direct delivery approach for the DWP's Connect to Work programme, including entering into a funding agreement and delegating approval of financial agreements to the Director of Place.
Recommendations Approved
Ward Concerns
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Corporate Q3 Quarterly Monitoring Report
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to note the projected £1.924m overspend on the General Fund, the £4.655m underspend within the Committee's remit, and the latest position on the capital programme.
Recommendations Approved
Treasury Management Strategy and Strategy for 2025/26
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to recommend to the Council for approval the Treasury Management Policy, Strategy, amended Investment Criteria, revised Prudential Indicators, and new Liability Benchmark for 2025/26.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 57
Average per Month: 2.6
Decisions Recorded: 120