Councillor Phil Giesler
Email: cllr.p.giesler@richmond.gov.uk
Council: Richmond upon Thames
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
32 meetings · Page 1 of 7
Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 12 February 2026 7.00 pm
Special Standing Committee on Heathrow - Thursday, 5 February 2026 7.00 pm
The Special Standing Committee on Heathrow is scheduled to meet to discuss updates on Heathrow Airport's expansion plans. The committee will receive a report detailing recent developments and the council's ongoing opposition to any expansion that would increase disruption for residents.
Regulatory Committee - Tuesday, 3 February 2026 7.00 pm
The Regulatory Committee of Richmond upon Thames Council is scheduled to consider proposals for the extension of two Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). The committee will also review the minutes from a previous meeting.
Council - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 7.00 pm
The Council of Richmond upon Thames met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss proposed amendments to the Council's Constitution, including the adoption of Contract Standing Orders, and to consider retaining the committee system of governance. The meeting also included a debate on the Council's goal of achieving a net-zero borough by 2043, and motions concerning Artificial Intelligence, housing delivery, and support for the hospitality sector.
Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 15 January 2026 7.00 pm
The Finance, Policy and Resources Committee met on 15 January 2026 to discuss the annual contracts report and procurement update, the cost of living support update, the Richmond Corporate Plan mid-year performance report, and the London Councils borough subscription. The committee approved the proposed budget for the London Councils Grant Scheme for 2026-27 and noted updates on procurement plans and cost of living support initiatives.
Decisions from Meetings
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Twickenham Civic Centre De-carbonisation
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 28 April 2025 7.00 pm - April 28, 2025
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Twickenham Civic Centre De-carbonisation
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Monday, 28 April 2025 7.00 pm - April 28, 2025
...to agree on the scope, space allocation, asset use, financial business case, and an additional £0.46m capital budget for the Twickenham Civic Centre de-carbonisation and improvements scheme, note the construction and phasing plan and procurement process, delegate authority to enter into a construction contract, and delegate authority to dispose of 91 Queen's Road.
Recommendations Approved
Connect to Work
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to approve the Council's direct delivery approach for the DWP's Connect to Work programme, including entering into a funding agreement and delegating approval of financial agreements to the Director of Place.
Recommendations Approved
Revenue Budget Strategy and Council Tax for 2025/26
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to recommend to the Council the approval of the Revenue Budget and a Band D Council Tax level of £2,372.07 for 2025/26, including increases for Council Tax, the Social Care Precept, and the GLA, and to apply the Government’s statutory exceptions for premiums on second homes and long-term empty properties.
Recommendations Approved
Consultation on the Empty and Second Home Property Premium Exemptions
From: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee - Thursday, 13 February 2025 7.00 pm - February 13, 2025
...to recommend to the full Council the retention of the existing statutory exceptions to the Empty and Second Homes Premium without any changes, following a consultation.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 32
Average per Month: 1.5
Decisions Recorded: 120