Lesley Pollesche - Councillor for Richmond upon Thames (Heathfield)

Councillor Lesley Pollesche

Liberal Democrat Party Heathfield

Email: cllr.l.pollesche@richmond.gov.uk

Council: Richmond upon Thames

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Licensing Sub-Committee (Chair) Finance, Policy and Resources Committee (Member) Regulatory Committee (Chair) Council (Member)

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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 Member

Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 12 February 2026 7.00 pm

February 12, 2026, 7:00 pm
Regulatory Committee Chair

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.

February 03, 2026, 7:00 pm
Licensing Sub-Committee Chair

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.

January 29, 2026, 11:00 am
Council Member

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.

January 27, 2026, 7:00 pm
Licensing Sub-Committee Chair

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.

January 21, 2026, 11:00 am

Decisions from Meetings

120 decisions · Page 8 of 24

Proposed Grant of a Lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature

From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025

...to grant a 10-year lease of Pensford Field to Dose of Nature, a charity promoting mental health through nature, delegating authority to the Assistant Director of Valuation and Asset Management Services to finalize the lease with specific conditions regarding school fees and WC access, despite noting a majority of objections received during the public consultation.

Recommendations Approved

End of Year (Q4) 2024/25 Performance Report and 2025/26 Refresh of Richmond Corporate Plan

From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Wednesday, 25 June 2025 7.00 pm - June 25, 2025

...to note progress on Richmond Corporate Plan (RCP) actions, note performance against RCP key indicators, agree the proposed RCP key actions for 2025/26, agree the proposed RCP key indicators for 2025/26, and consider if there is an area of performance which should be recommended for consideration as part of the Policy and Performance Review Board’s workplan.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 57

Average per Month: 2.6

Decisions Recorded: 120