Councillor Rishikesh Chakraborty

Council - Tuesday 8th July, 2025 7.00 pm

The meeting of the Council of the London Borough of Barnet on 8 July 2025 was scheduled to cover a range of topics, including motions on national gambling reform, housing, and climate change, as well as reports from various committees and officers. Councillors were also expected to discuss a deputation regarding EV charging points.

Pension Fund Committee - Monday 16th June, 2025 7.00 pm

Here's a briefing on the Pension Fund Committee meeting held on 16 June 2025.

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 10th June, 2025 7.00 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee met to discuss the redevelopment of the Lodge Lane Car Park in North Finchley. Councillors voted to approve the planning permission for the site, despite concerns raised about the lack of affordable housing, the impact on heritage, and daylight and sunlight for nearby residents. The committee also elected Councillor Richard Barnes as the vice chair.

Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 22nd May, 2025 11.00 am

The Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to meet to discuss the North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) Quality Account for 2024-2025. The Quality Account is an annual report providing an overview of the quality of care delivered by the Trust’s mental health and community services. The report pack contains a draft version of the Quality Account, and notes that feedback from the JHOSC was scheduled to be added prior to publication of the final version.

Annual Council - Tuesday 20th May, 2025 7.00 pm

The Annual Council meeting of the London Borough of Barnet on 20 May 2025 addressed several administrative and policy matters, including amendments to cabinet member responsibilities, a constitution review, and the approval of a Cumulative Impact Zone in Burnt Oak. The council also noted the results of recent by-elections and made appointments to various committees and outside bodies.