Councillor Paul Swaddle OBE

Council - Wednesday 25th June, 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of Westminster Council, Councillor Nickie Aiken was made an Honorary Alderman, and councillors debated a range of issues including school mergers, service charge increases, adult social care funding, cycle route safety, and housing priorities. Councillors also approved constitutional changes and an amendment to member allowances for 2025-2026.

Licensing Committee - Wednesday 11th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Licensing Committee of Westminster City Council convened to discuss several key issues, including proposed amendments to the council's Licensing Act 2003 model conditions, the performance of the licensing service, and an update on licensing appeals. The committee approved the proposed changes to the model conditions, and delegated authority to the Director of Public Protection and Licensing to make further changes as needed. They also noted reports on the performance of the licensing service and recent licensing appeals.

Licensing Sub-Committee (2) - Thursday 5th June, 2025 10.00 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee (2), consisting of Councillor Maggie Carman (Deputy Cabinet Member - Adult Social Care, Supported and Specialist Housing), Councillor Md Shamsed Chowdhury (Deputy Cabinet Member - Streets and Lead Member - Edgware Road Champion), and Councillor Paul Swaddle OBE (Leader of the Opposition), will convene to consider licensing matters. The main item on the agenda is a review of the premises licence for Fei Er Cottage at 37 Strutton Ground, as well as a pending application for a transfer of the premises licence. The meeting will also address standard items such as membership and declarations of interest.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 5th June, 2025 6.30 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Westminster City Council met on 5 June 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including updates on the City Plan, the Leader's cabinet, and other committee business. The meeting was scheduled to include an update on the progress of the examination of the City Plan Partial Review, and provide early-stage input on the content, priorities and approach to engagement for the Full City Plan Review due to commence shortly. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss a written update from the Leader of the Council.

Licensing Sub-Committee (1) - Thursday 15th May, 2025 10.00 am