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 15 of 24
Richmond Community Fund Round 6
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 20 January 2025 7.00 pm - January 20, 2025
...to open the Richmond Community Fund programme in February 2025, note changes to the fund process, and ensure ward members are informed of expressions of interest in their wards.
Recommendations Approved
Management and Collection of Debt
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 20 January 2025 7.00 pm - January 20, 2025
...to note debt management actions and write-offs under delegated authority, and to approve the write-off of seven business rates debts totaling £651,694 and the Debt Management Policy including a Debt Fairness Charter.
Recommendations Approved
London Councils Borough Subscription 2025-26
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 20 January 2025 7.00 pm - January 20, 2025
...to approve supporting the London Councils' Grant Committee's proposed budget for the London Boroughs Grant Scheme for 2025/26, including a contribution of £146,676 from the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
Recommendations Approved
Ward Concerns
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 20 January 2025 7.00 pm - January 20, 2025
...to approve the recommendations regarding ward concerns.
Recommendations Approved
Richmond Annual Equalities Report 2025
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 20 January 2025 7.00 pm - January 20, 2025
...to note the updates on equalities work in 2024, consider areas for future reports, and approve the 2025 plans for promoting equalities and narrowing inequalities.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 57
Average per Month: 2.6
Decisions Recorded: 120