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Council: Merton
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Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Licensing Sub-Committee - Monday 21 July 2025 3.00 pm
The Licensing Sub-Committee of Merton Council met on 21 July 2025 to consider a new premises licence application. The sub-committee was scheduled to determine the application, taking into account the Licensing Act 2003, the licensing objectives, guidance issued by the Secretary of State, and Merton's Licensing Policy. The meeting was held virtually.
Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 26 June 2025 2.30 pm
The Licensing Sub-Committee of Merton Council convened to consider a licensing application. The main item on the agenda was a review of the premises licence for McDonald's, Ground Floor, 1-3 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1PS. The meeting also covered standard opening procedures.
Pensions Committee - Thursday 26 June 2025 7.00 pm
The Merton Council Pensions Committee met on 26 June 2025 to discuss the performance of the pension fund, including a quarterly review and updates from investment managers. The committee was also scheduled to discuss the fund's administration performance and future meeting dates. Some of the discussion was expected to take place after the exclusion of the public.
Merton and Sutton Joint Cemetery Board - Tuesday 24 June 2025 2.00 pm
The Merton and Sutton Joint Cemetery Board were scheduled to meet on 24 June 2025 to discuss the Merton and Sutton Joint Cemetery (MSJC) Abstract of Accounts, and the Annual Governance Statement, as well as to receive client and contractor reports. The board was also scheduled to appoint a chair and vice-chair.
Decisions from Meetings
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Planning Peer Challenge Action Plan
From: Cabinet - Monday 24 November 2025 7.15 pm - November 24, 2025
...the Cabinet agreed to the proposed actions and timescales for implementing the Planning Peer Challenge Action Plan, which addresses 15 key recommendations for improving the Development Management service.
Recommendations Approved
Period 6 Financial Monitoring Report
From: Cabinet - Monday 24 November 2025 7.15 pm - November 24, 2025
...Cabinet noted the financial reporting data for period 6, showing a forecast of £4.138m unfavourable, approved proposed adjustments to the programme in Appendix 3, and noted the contents of appendices 3 to 3d.
Recommendations Approved
Response to recommendations from the Sustainable Communities Scrutiny Panel
From: Cabinet - Monday 24 November 2025 7.15 pm - November 24, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Merton’s response to the housing crisis - Becoming a stock holding authority, reopening the housing revenue account, and acquiring homes
From: Cabinet - Monday 24 November 2025 7.15 pm - November 24, 2025
...to address the housing crisis, the Cabinet of Merton decided to become a stock holding authority, reopen the housing revenue account, and acquire homes, delegating authority for property acquisition and funding bids to relevant directors, while also noting progress on existing housing developments and plans.
Recommendations Approved
Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service
From: Cabinet - Monday 24 November 2025 7.15 pm - November 24, 2025
...to approve the procurement approach for a new three-year contract, with a possible two-year extension, for the Main Service Provider of the Merton Adult Learning Service Delivery, and to delegate authority to award the contract to the Executive Director for Children Lifelong Learning and Families in consultation with the Lead Member for Jobs, Skills and Education.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 81
Average per Month: 3.5
Decisions Recorded: 66