Councillor Michael Mire

Council - Tuesday, 7 July 2026 - 7.00 pm

Licensing and General Purposes Committee - Monday, 1 June 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Licensing and General Purposes Committee of Barnet Council met on Monday 1 June 2026 to review annual reports from various departments, discuss the Gambling Statement of Principles, and consider the committee's forward work plan. Key discussions included the work of Trading Standards, Environmental Health, and licensing activities, with a particular focus on the proposed revisions to the Gambling Statement of Principles and the implications of new legislation.

Annual Council - Tuesday 19th May, 2026 7.15 pm

The Annual Council meeting of Barnet Council saw the election of Councillor Barry Rawlings as the new Leader of the Council following a closely contested vote. The meeting also addressed constitutional amendments and the appointment of various civic representatives and committee members.

Planning Committee - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Planning Committee of Barnet Council met on Tuesday 21 April 2026, confirming a Tree Preservation Order for woodland at Land Opposite 15 Sunset View, refusing a proposal to subdivide a property at 40 Midland Terrace, and deferring a decision on basement excavations at 19 Wellgarth Road. The committee also approved extensions at 31 Foscote Road.

Budget Council, Council - Thursday 5th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Barnet met on Thursday 5th March 2026 to discuss and approve the budget for the upcoming financial year, alongside a review of council rents and service charges. Key decisions included the approval of a 2.98% increase in general council tax and a 2% increase for the Adult Social Care precept, alongside the adoption of the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026-2031. The council also agreed to extend the appointment of Eamon McGoldrick as Chair of the Barnet Group Board.