Councillor Mark Smith

Standards Committee - Tuesday 1 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Standards Committee met on Tuesday to appoint a chair and vice-chair, to discuss ethical standards with the Chief Executive, and to review the Monitoring Officer's general report. Councillor Nicholas Bennett J.P. was appointed Chairman and Councillor Melanie Stevens was appointed Vice-Chairman for the 2025/26 municipal year. The committee also requested a report on publicity in the pre-election period, also known as Purdah, to be provided at the next meeting.

Chief Executive Annual Review Panel - Wednesday 25 June 2025 5.00 pm

The Chief Executive Annual Review Panel of Bromley Council met on 25 June 2025. Councillors were scheduled to discuss the chief executive's annual review, and to consider excluding the press and public from the meeting during this discussion.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 23 June 2025 7.00 pm

The Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee met on 23 June 2025, and agreed to support recommendations regarding treasury management, building maintenance contracts, the Operational Property Review, and a temporary accommodation acquisition programme. The committee also received updates on fire safety and information technology, and discussed the forward plan of key decisions.

Adult Care and Health Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 19 June 2025 7.00 pm

The Adult Care and Health Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee convened to discuss a range of issues, including the appointment of co-opted members, budget overspends, contract variations, and strategies for mental health, learning disabilities and tackling loneliness. The committee also reviewed the council's risk register and contract register.

Development Control Committee - Thursday 12 June 2025 7.30 pm

The Bromley Council Development Control Committee met on 12 June 2025, and approved the demolition of buildings at 24 - 34 Farwig Lane and the construction of three new buildings for industrial use, despite concerns about the impact on nearby residential properties and heritage assets. The committee also reviewed the council's planning key performance indicators (KPIs).