Councillor Paul Bell
Email: paul.bell@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
57 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Health and Wellbeing Board - Monday, 16th March, 2026 3.00 pm
The Health and Wellbeing Board met on Monday 16 March 2026 to discuss a range of critical public health initiatives. Key decisions included noting the progress and future plans for the Health Inequalities Programme and the Health Equity Teams, approving the Lewisham Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment 2026-2029, and delegating authority to the Chair to approve the 2026-27 Better Care Fund plan. The Board also heard updates on sickle cell disorder, foster care recruitment, the joint strategic needs assessment on autism, and the Better Care Fund.
BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues, including the Council Budget for 2026/27 and temporary changes to polling places for the upcoming May 2026 elections. The meeting also included a review of the Statement of Licensing Policy.
Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, to discuss a range of important issues, including the council's budget for the upcoming year, the procurement of essential services, and the adoption of policies to protect the borough's character. Key topics included the approval of the School Minor Works Programme, the procurement of substance misuse and domestic violence services, and the extension of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Services contract.
(Budget), Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026 to discuss and approve the Council Budget for 2026/27. Key decisions included the approval of a 4.99% increase in Council Tax and a review of various fees and charges across council services. The meeting also addressed matters raised by scrutiny concerning flood risk from paved-over gardens.
Decisions from Meetings
259 decisions · Page 20 of 52
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
... the Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham decided to note the Public Accounts Select Committee's comments, acknowledge the 2026/27 budget savings proposals of £0.821m, note the £8.2m General Fund and £4.7m Housing Revenue Account proposals for officer preparation, agree to new budget savings proposals of £21.0m for the General Fund and £0.125m for the Housing Revenue Account, and authorize public consultations where required for proposal CR-0021.
For Determination
Building for Lewisham Programme Update - Part 2
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to approve the recommendations related to the Building for Lewisham Programme Update - Part 2.
Recommendations Approved
2025/26 Strategic Transport and Highways Capital Programme
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to authorize officers to deliver the 2025/26 Strategic Transport and Highways Capital Programme projects, conduct public engagement and consultations, advertise and make Traffic Management Orders, and deliver additional projects arising from further funding allocations.
For Determination
Repair Capacity and Managed Disrepair Service - Part 2
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to approve the recommendations regarding the Repair Capacity and Managed Disrepair Service, as previously considered and approved in the open part of the meeting.
For Determination
Youth Guarantee Trailblazer- expanded support for care leavers
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 9th July, 2025 6.00 pm - July 09, 2025
...to endorse the programme of activity for the 'Youth Guarantee Trailblazer' targeted at care experienced young people.
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 57
Average per Month: 2.3
Decisions Recorded: 259