Councillor Mark Johnson

Council - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 6.30 pm

The Croydon Council meeting on 10 December 2025 addressed several key issues, including fair funding for the borough, the Equality Strategy, and the appointment of an interim chief executive. The council voted to support fair funding for Croydon and approved the appointment of Elaine Jackson as Interim Chief Executive. An amendment to the Equality Strategy annual report was approved, with Councillor Rhea Patel of the Green Party, successfully arguing that the council can do better .

Scrutiny & Overview Committee - Tuesday, 18th November, 2025 6.30 pm

The Scrutiny & Overview Committee were scheduled to meet on 18 November 2025 to discuss Croydon Council's financial performance, transformation programme, and scrutiny recommendations. The committee was also expected to review the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) and the scrutiny work programme for the coming year. The meeting was due to take place in the Council Chamber at Town Hall, Katharine Street.

Bandon Hill Cemetery Joint Committee - Monday, 10th November, 2025 6.00 pm

The Bandon Hill Cemetery Joint Committee met to discuss several items related to the cemetery's operations and finances. These included an update on the cemetery's performance, a review of its financial standing, and the setting of the budget for the upcoming year.

Planning Committee - Thursday, 6th November, 2025 6.30 pm

The Croydon Council Planning Committee convened to discuss planning applications, ultimately approving one and refusing another. The committee granted permission for the erection of a two-storey development comprising five flats at 233 Hayes Lane in Kenley, and refused permission for a new dwelling at 1 Blenheim Crescent in South Croydon.

Council - Wednesday, 22nd October, 2025 6.30 pm

At a meeting of Croydon Council, the lead commissioner gave a statement on behalf of the commissioners, the council approved recommendations regarding external audit findings and extension to the term of the Independent Chair of Audit and Governance Committee, and councillors debated traffic calming measures on Spa Hill and improvements to Courtwood Park. The council also discussed a range of questions from the public, including concerns about building safety at The Fold and Malcolm Wicks House.