Maria Christofi

Officer Non-Key Decision Officer

Officer Non-Key Decision - Friday, 17 April 2026

The Officer Non-Key Decision meeting scheduled for Friday 17 April 2026 was set to consider the council's subscription to London Councils for the upcoming financial year. The meeting's agenda was published, and a report pack was provided to attendees detailing the item for discussion.

Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee Officer

Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee - Thursday 9th April 2026 1.00 p.m.

The Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee met to appoint a new Director of Digital, Data and Technology. Following interviews, the committee recommended Hemanth Shanthigrama for the role, subject to consultation with Cabinet members. The majority of the meeting was held in private to discuss exempt information relating to the candidates.

Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee Officer

Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee - Tuesday 24th March 2026 3.00 p.m.

The Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee met to interview candidates for the role of Director of Strategy, Policy and Communications. Following interviews and a closed session, the sub-committee recommended Juliane Weseman for the position, subject to consultation with Cabinet members.

Audit and Governance Committee Officer

Audit and Governance Committee - Wednesday 11th March 2026 7.30 p.m.

The Audit and Governance Committee of Newham Council met on Wednesday 11 March 2026, approving a new Anti-Fraud and Corruption Strategy and its associated policies, and reviewing the council's annual audit results. The committee also discussed the council's risk management strategy and received an update on fraud investigations.

Audit and Governance Committee Officer

Audit and Governance Committee - Wednesday 25th February 2026 7.30 p.m.

The Audit and Governance Committee of Newham Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026 to review the Council's Annual Governance Statement for 2024/2025 and the draft financial statements for the same period. The meeting also received updates on internal audit progress, risk management, counter fraud activities, and the Council's Delivering Best Value for Our Residents plan.