Councillor Sue Gower MBE

SEND Priority Action Plan Scrutiny Sub-Group - Monday, 27th October, 2025 7.00 pm

The Bexley Council SEND Priority Action Plan Scrutiny Sub-Group met on 27 October 2025 to discuss the progress of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Priority Action Plan,

Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 14th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss strengthening the voice of children in special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) services, the Bexley S.H.I.E.L.D. annual report, the youth justice strategic plan, and a six-month update on recommendations for a safety valve programme[^1]. The committee also reviewed its work programme for the coming year.

Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 7th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Keep Britain Tidy survey results, housing services, and grounds maintenance. The committee noted improvements in street cleansing standards and heard about the council's work to reduce reliance on temporary accommodation. Members also discussed a new grounds maintenance contract and its implications.

General Purposes and Audit Committee - Tuesday, 30th September, 2025 7.30 pm

The General Purposes and Audit Committee of Bexley Council met to discuss the Local Government Association (LGA) Finance Peer Challenge, reports from Ernst & Young (EY) on audit planning, internal audit and counter fraud progress, and debt and debt recovery.

General Purposes and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 30th July, 2025 7.30 pm

The General Purposes and Audit Committee of Bexley Council met on 30 July 2025 to discuss internal audit and counter fraud activity, treasury management, and early release of pension benefits. The committee was also scheduled to review and ratify the updated internal audit plan for 2025/26.