Vicky Ashworth - Councillor for Waltham Forest (Wood Street)

Councillor Vicky Ashworth

Labour and Co-operative Party Wood Street

Email: cllr.vicky.ashworth@walthamforest.gov.uk

Council: Waltham Forest

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Cabinet Health and Wellbeing Board Council (Member) Shareholder Committee Staffing Committee Executive Decision

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

31 meetings · Page 1 of 7

Council Member

Council - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.30 pm

The council is scheduled to meet on 11 December 2025, to discuss several topics including a Labour group motion, the council tax support scheme, fees and charges for the next financial year, a new smoke control order, the annual report from the Corporate Parenting Board, and a protocol for honorary alderpeople.

December 11, 2025
Council Member

Council - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 7.30 pm

The Waltham Forest Council met to discuss a range of topics, including amendments to the council's constitution, treasury management, and a motion regarding support for local businesses. Councillors agreed to amend the Council Procedure Rules and the Councillor's Code of Conduct, and noted reports on treasury management activities, scrutiny, and the use of emergency provisions. The council also rejected a Conservative Group motion calling for support for local businesses.

October 16, 2025
Council Member

Council - Thursday, 17th July, 2025 7.30 pm

Waltham Forest Council met on 17 July 2025, and after observing a moment of silence for the victims of the 7/7 attacks and others, councillors discussed a range of issues including play and community spaces, the borough's financial situation, and parking fees. A motion to support and improve play opportunities for children was passed, and several appointments to committees and outside bodies were agreed.

July 17, 2025
Council

Annual Meeting, Council - Thursday, 22nd May, 2025 7.30 pm

The Waltham Forest Council meeting scheduled for 22 May 2025 included the election of a new Mayor, the appointment of councillors to various committees and outside bodies, and a review of the council's scheme of delegation. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss the programme of meetings for the upcoming year.

May 22, 2025
Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday, 6th May, 2025 2.00 pm

At a meeting of the Waltham Forest Council Cabinet, the Inclusive Growth and Economy Framework was approved, alongside a plan to consult on changes to the Fairer Contributions Policy, and a new Housing Repairs and Maintenance Policy. The council also agreed to cease offering catering services to schools from April 2026.

May 06, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

105 decisions · Page 7 of 21

Waltham Forest's Town Centre Framework

From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th March, 2025 2.00 pm - March 11, 2025

...the Cabinet approved the Town Centre Framework and Delivery Plans for publication, acknowledging the extensive engagement that informed their creation.

Recommendations approved

Lea Bridge Stations Site - Update

From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th March, 2025 2.00 pm - March 11, 2025

...to prioritize affordable housing at the Lea Bridge Station Sites scheme by increasing the percentage to 100%, update the commercial deal, delegate authority for final terms and legal agreements, and note the land appropriation in line with the amended planning authority.

Recommendations Approved

Learning Disabilities Day Opportunities Review

From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th March, 2025 2.00 pm - March 11, 2025

...to proceed with the proposed closure of the Markhouse Centre, a learning disabilities day opportunities facility, after considering consultation responses and alternative proposals.

Recommendations Approved

Annual Procurement Plan 2025/26

From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th March, 2025 2.00 pm - March 11, 2025

...to approve the Annual Procurement Plan for 2025/26 and delegate procurement decisions to the Strategic Commissioning Board, contingent on acceptable business cases for each procurement.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 31

Average per Month: 1.7

Decisions Recorded: 105