Simon McGrath

Development and Planning Applications Committee - Thursday 27 November 2025 7.15 pm

The Merton Council's Development and Planning Applications Committee met on 27 November 2025, and approved a variation of conditions for the Mitcham Gasworks site to allow for an increase in housing units, changes to the housing mix, and alterations to the energy strategy, while also hearing a report on planning appeal decisions and a summary of current planning enforcement cases. The committee agreed to grant the Mitcham Gasworks application subject to conditions and a deed of variation, and members noted the reports on planning appeals and enforcement.

Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Thursday 20 November 2025 7.15 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Healthier Communities and Older People Overview and Scrutiny Panel meeting on 20 November 2025. The agenda included the first round of budget and business plan discussions, a report on the Care Quality Commission's findings at St George's Hospital, and an annual safeguarding report. Also on the agenda was the Health and Wellbeing Board report, and a review of the panel's work programme.

Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.30 pm

Merton Council convened on 19 November 2025, addressing a range of community and strategic issues. Key decisions included the adoption of the Merton Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031, and approval of the Treasury Management Annual Report. The council also discussed community forum reports, various notices of motion, and financial monitoring.

Special Meeting, Council - Wednesday 19 November 2025 7.00 pm

The Merton Council meeting of 19 November 2025 included discussion of conferring the Honorary Freedom of the Borough to Allan Barley and Stephen Hammond. The council was scheduled to consider and vote on resolutions for each individual, recognising their contributions to the borough.

Governance Standards and Audit Committee - Thursday 13 November 2025 7.15 pm

The Governance Standards and Audit Committee of Merton Council scheduled a meeting to discuss several key items, including a review of polling places, an external audit progress report, an internal audit progress report, a fraud update, and the key strategic risks register. The committee was also expected to discuss a member induction plan for 2026 and the appointment of an independent person.