Councillor Marina Sharma

Brentford and Syon Area Forum Chair

Brentford and Syon Area Forum - Monday, 15 September 2025 7:30 pm

The Brentford and Syon Area Forum met to discuss planning and regeneration, transport and infrastructure, and economic development in the area. Updates were provided on local developments, transport connectivity improvements, and economic inclusion strategies. The forum also addressed concerns raised by residents during the open forum session.

Health and Adults Care Scrutiny Panel Member

Health and Adults Care Scrutiny Panel - Tuesday, 9 September 2025 7:00 pm

The Hounslow Council's Health and Adults Care Scrutiny Panel met on Tuesday, 9 September 2025, to discuss several topics, including patient involvement, pressures in adult social care, and the terms of reference for a deep dive into adult social care services. The panel was also scheduled to hear from patient and resident representatives.

Planning Committee Member

Planning Committee - Thursday, 4 September 2025 7:00 pm

The Hounslow Planning Committee met to discuss several planning applications, including a large mixed-use development at the Sega Site on the Great West Road, and the redevelopment of Griffin Park, the former Brentford Football Club stadium. The committee approved the Sega Site development, after adding a condition to reduce parking provision, and also approved the Griffin Park redevelopment.

Planning Committee Member

Planning Committee - Thursday, 7 August 2025 7:00 pm

The Planning Committee of Hounslow Council met on 7 August 2025, to discuss several planning applications, including a major redevelopment project at 1 Burlington Lane, Chiswick, and temporary use requests for Gunnersbury Park. Councillors approved the Burlington Lane development despite concerns about its impact on heritage assets, and approved the temporary use of Gunnersbury Park for a music event, while also considering applications related to Rivers Academy and a certificate of lawfulness for 10 Almorah Road.

Borough Council Member

Borough Council - Tuesday, 22 July 2025 7:30 pm

The Hounslow Borough Council met to discuss a range of issues, including licensing policies, scrutiny reports, and community concerns, and also to appoint a new chief executive. The council approved the updated Statement of Licensing Policy, noted the Scrutiny Annual Report, declared war on waste criminals, supported the free school meal extension, and committed to putting culture at the heart of its growth strategy. Mandy Skinner was appointed as the new chief executive and returning officer.