Councillor Sakina Sheikh
Email: Sakina.Sheikh@lewisham.gov.uk
Council: Lewisham
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
47 meetings · Page 1 of 10
(Budget), Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 6.00 pm
Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet meeting on 21 January 2026 addressed a wide range of issues, including the definition of housing delivery, the management of events on Blackheath, and significant updates on regeneration projects and housing policies. Key decisions included the approval of an updated Joint Events Policy for Blackheath, the adoption of new housing policies, and the strategy for tackling empty homes.
Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 6.00 pm
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham Council met to discuss a range of issues, including housing, social care, waste management, and financial performance. They approved measures to increase the supply of affordable housing, improve waste collection services, extend contracts for social care services, and set the council tax base for the upcoming financial year. The cabinet also agreed to procure new IT systems for the Revenue and Benefits Service and approved a contract for print and multifunctional devices.
Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm
At a meeting of the Strategic Planning Committee of Lewisham Council, councillors voted to approve the recommendations for the phased redevelopment of the Achilles Street Estate and 355-383 New Cross Road. The recommendations will now be referred to the Mayor of London for approval. If no directions are received from the Mayor, officers are authorised to grant planning permission, subject to conditions and a formal letter of undertaking.
Council - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 7.30 pm
The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday 26 November 2025, addressing community safety concerns, celebrating achievements in planning and parks, and approving the annual accounts. The council also discussed petitions, public and member questions, and motions related to recognising the contributions of British West Indian service personnel and the Latin American community in Lewisham.
Decisions from Meetings
240 decisions · Page 33 of 48
CIL Charging Schedule Review
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 30th April, 2025 6.00 pm - April 30, 2025
The Mayor and Cabinet of Lewisham decided ... to endorse and recommend to the Council for approval the Community Infrastructure Draft Charging Schedule for public consultation, along with delegated authority for minor changes and modifications to the schedule and supporting documents.
Recommendations Approved
Besson Street: Development Update
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 6.00 pm - March 12, 2025
...to note progress on the Besson Street development, authorize an extension and increase to the pre-development loan, and delegate authority to facilitate the recommendations.
Recommendations Approved
IHASS, Marsha Phoenix, Newstead Road Contract Extension
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 6.00 pm - March 12, 2025
...to extend contracts with St Mungo's, Thames Reach IHASS, and Marsha Phoenix Memorial Trust for two years to continue providing supported housing and floating support services for vulnerable adults and young people.
Recommendations Approved
Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (NCIL) Funding Programme
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 6.00 pm - March 12, 2025
...to approve the recommended ward and borough-wide projects for Round 2 NCIL funding from April 2025 to March 2027, including the reallocation of funds from the Horniman Museum to Forest Hill Community Library, with a correction to Appendix A.
For Determination
Resident Engagement Strategy 2025-2028 (Housing Services)
From: Mayor and Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 6.00 pm - March 12, 2025
...to agree the proposed new Resident Engagement Strategy and framework for Lewisham Council Housing Services (LCHS).
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 47
Average per Month: 2.2
Decisions Recorded: 240