Councillor Liz Cronin

Council - Monday 8th December 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Newham Council meeting on 8 December 2025 addressed a range of issues, including community safety, pension fund investments, the council's constitution, and climate change initiatives. Councillors approved recommendations for the 2025 Civic Awards, reviewed the Just Transition Programme, and engaged in debates regarding responsible immigration policies and support for unpaid carers. Additionally, members discussed concerns about crime rates, housing standards, and the implementation of fair parking systems.

Local Development Committee - Monday 24th November 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Local Development Committee for Newham Council met on 24 November 2025, to consider a number of planning applications, including one concerning the Central Park Education & Welfare, and another concerning the Greenleafe Hotel which is located within Woodgrange Estate Conservation Area.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 18th November 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Newham Council scheduled a meeting to discuss several key issues, including emergency preparedness, council tax collection rates, and the committee's work programme. Councillors were also expected to receive updates from the chairs of the various scrutiny commissions.

Themed, Council - Monday 10th November 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Newham Council meeting scheduled for 10 November 2025 included discussion of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee’s work programme, a themed report on growth, and the East London Joint Waste Plan. Councillors were also expected to discuss motions relating to housing and developer contributions, and to answer questions from both the public and council members. The council was also scheduled to hear from Sunder Katwala of British Futures on the work of the Commission for the Future of Belonging & Inclusion in Newham.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 23rd October 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Newham Council met on Thursday 23 October 2025, to discuss the council's finances, complaints procedure, and progress against a non-statutory best value notice. The committee was also scheduled to review a report on leisure inequalities in the borough.