Councillor Shantu Ferdous

Education Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission - Monday 15th September 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Education, Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission met to discuss education place planning, youth empowerment, and community safety, agreeing to note reports on each topic. Councillors raised concerns about school closures, support for pupils with special educational needs, and the impact of poverty on young people.

Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee - Monday 15th September 2025 1.00 p.m.

The Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee met to interview candidates for the position of Director of Early Help and Safeguarding. Following interviews with two candidates, the sub-committee agreed to recommend the appointment of Mahfuzul Khan, currently the Acting Director of Early Help and Safeguarding at the London Borough of Newham, subject to no objections from Cabinet Members within two working days. The meeting was held partially in private due to the confidential nature of the candidate information.

Extraordinary Meeting, Council - Thursday 17th July 2025 7.00 p.m.

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Council meeting on 17 July 2025. The agenda included an election of a chair, declarations of interest from councillors, and an exempt report regarding staffing matters. Members were also expected to discuss excluding the press and public from part of the meeting.

SACRE - Wednesday 16th July 2025 5.00 p.m.

This meeting has been cancelled.

Council - Monday 14th July 2025 7.00 p.m.

The Newham Council meeting on 14 July 2025 included discussions on a range of topics, from the council's culture and relationships to temporary accommodation and financial challenges. Councillors were scheduled to discuss a report from the Cross-Party Working Group, a response to a Best Value Notice, and a review of political proportionality. Members were also expected to address questions from the public and fellow councillors, and to consider two motions relating to free school meals and environmental safety.