Issue - meetings

To receive a report from the Leader of the Council in accordance with Standing Order 31 providing an update on any key or significant issues arising from any matter within the responsibility of the Cabinet.

(Agenda republished to include the attached report on 5 November 2025)

To receive a report from the Leader of the Council in accordance with Standing Order 31 providing an update on any key or significant issues arising from any matter within the responsibility of the Cabinet.

(Agenda republished to include the attached report on 9 September 25)

The Mayor then invited Councillor Muhammed Butt, as Leader of the Council, to introduce the report updating members on the work being undertaken across each Cabinet portfolio in order to provide ongoing support and services to meet the needs of residents across the borough.

Following on from the debate on the final motion, Councillor Muhammed Butt began by assuring members of the Council’s ongoing commitment to continue lobbying for the improvements being sought along both the Bakerloo and Picadilly lines as well highlighting the Strategic Community Infrastructire Levy (SCIL) investment already provided to support the ongoing development of West London Orbital (in collaboration with the West London Alliance) given the wider benefits identified in relation to strategic growth, economic prosperity and the provision of more sustainable transport links.

Moving on, the opportunity was also taken to thank all members of the Cabinet for the work being undertaken across their portfolios to continue supporting and safeguarding local residents in line with the Council’s core strategic priorities, recognising the ongoing nature of the financial pressures faced by the Council.  In commending the work being undertaken to manage demand and address the pressures identified whilst also delivering on their commitments, members were assured that the need for continued financial discipline and careful stewardship had also been recognised to sustain and ensure the Council’s ongoing financial sustainability.  As part of this approach, reference was made to the recent decision made by Cabinet to allocate what he felt was a transformational £14.5m of investment to revitalise Brent’s roads, parks, and public safety infrastructure funded through SCIL which, he pointed out, had been designed to deliver real improvements for residents across the borough on an everyday basis and build on the £15m of funding already invested since 2022 focussed on creating a cleaner, safer, greener borough where residents felt connected and proud to live.

As part of the update, members were also asked to note (as tabled at the meeting) the Executive decisions which had been taken under the Council’s urgency procedures, since the previous update provided for the Council meeting in July 2025.

The Mayor thanked the Leader for the report and it was RESOLVED to formally note the update provided.

To receive a report from the Leader of the Council in accordance with Standing Order 31 providing an update on any key or significant issues arising from any matter within the responsibility of the Cabinet.

(Agenda republished to include the attached report on 4 July 2025)

The Mayor then invited Councillor Muhammed Butt, as Leader of the Council, to introduce the report updating members on the work being undertaken across each Cabinet portfolio in order to provide ongoing support and services to meet the needs of residents across the borough.

In congratulating Councillor Bajwa on his appointment as Deputy Mayor, Councillor Muhammed Butt began by thanking all members of the Cabinet for the work being undertaken across their portfolios to continue supporting and safeguarding local residents in line with the Council’s core strategic priorities, recognising the ongoing nature of the financial pressures faced by the Council.  In commending the work being undertaken to manage demand and address the pressures identified whilst also delivering on their commitments, members were assured that the need for continued financial discipline and careful stewardship (often involving difficult decisions) had also been recognised in order to sustain and ensure the Council’s ongoing financial sustainability.

The opportunity was also taken to formally welcomed Councillor Promise Knight back following her return from Maternity Leave.  As a result of the changes introduced to the Cabinet Portfolios earlier in the year, the Leader advised that Councillor Knight had been appointed as the newly established Cabinet Member for Customer Experience, Resident Support and Culture with Councillor Donnelly-Jackson continuing as Cabinet Member for Housing.  The opportunity was also taken to thank Councillor Donnelly-Jackson for the work undertaken and support in covering Councillor Knight’s portfolio, during her period of maternity leave.

As part of the update, members were also asked to note (as tabled at the meeting) the Executive decisions which had been taken under the Council’s urgency procedures, since the previous update provided for the Council meeting in November 2024.

The Mayor thanked the Leader for the report and it was RESOLVED to formally note the update provided.

To receive a report from the Leader of the Council in accordance with Standing Order 31 providing an update on any key or significant issues arising from any matter within the responsibility of the Cabinet.

The Mayor then invited Councillor Muhammed Butt, as Leader of the Council, to introduce the report updating members on the work being undertaken across each Cabinet portfolio in order to provide ongoing support and services to meet the needs of residents across the borough.

In congratulating Councillor Hack on his appointment as Deputy Mayor, Councillor Muhammed Butt began by thanking all members of the Cabinet for the work being undertaken across their portfolios to continue supporting and safeguarding local residents in line with the Council’s core strategic priorities, recognising the ongoing nature of the financial pressures faced by the Council.  In commending the work being undertaken to manage demand and address the pressures identified members were assured that the need for continued financial discipline and careful stewardship (often involving difficult decisions) had also been recognised in order to sustain and ensure the Council’s financial sustainability.

The opportunity was also taken to formally thank Councillor Shama Tatler for the programme of regeneration activity delivered during her time serving on Cabinet following her decision to step down as Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Planning and Growth in order to take up a new role with the Local Government Association.

As part of the update, members were also asked to note that no Executive decisions had been taken under the Council’s urgency procedures, since the previous update provided for the Council meeting in September.

The Mayor thanked the Leader for the report and it was RESOLVED to formally note the update provided.

To receive a report from the Leader of the Council in accordance with Standing Order 31 providing an update on any key or significant issues arising from any matter within the responsibility of the Cabinet.

The Mayor then invited Councillor Muhammed Butt, as Leader of the Council, to introduce the report updating members on the work being undertaken across each Cabinet portfolioin order to provide ongoing support and services to meet the needs of residents across the borough.

Following on from his Annual Report the opportunity was taken to remind members of the work being undertaken across all Cabinet portfolios, within the challenging nature of the ongoing financial pressures faced, to ensure the Council able to continue supporting and safeguarding local residents in line with the Council’s core strategic priorities.

As part of the update, members were also asked to note that no Executive decisions had been taken under the Council’s urgency procedures, since the previous update provided for the Council meeting in July.

The Mayor thanked the Leader for the report and it was RESOLVED to formally note the update provided.

To receive a report from the Leader of the Council in accordance with Standing Order 31 providing an update on any key or significant issues arising from any matter within the responsibility of the Cabinet.

The Mayor then invited Councillor Muhammed Butt, as Leader of the Council, to introduce the report updating members on the work being undertaken across each Cabinet portfolio in order to provide ongoing support and services to meet the needs of residents across the borough.

Following on from approval of the motion outlining the Council’s commitment to work with the new government, the opportunity was taken to remind members of the work already being undertaken in this respect and to deliver for Brent.  This included lobbying for a fairer funding formula and financial settlement for local government, the development of further employment and skills opportunities, the measures being taken to enhance community safety and tackle anti-social behaviour, the ongoing support being provided for schools and young people and (working in partnership with local providers) the delivery of health services and adult and children social care; the provision of financial support for those residents most in need through the Resident Support Fund, work to address the climate emergency and manage the public realm along with the Council’s heritage assets whilst also seeking to deliver an extensive programme of regeneration and growth across the borough, including the provision of affordable and social housing.  As such he felt the Council, in line with its  core strategic priorities was well placed to continue working to take advantage of any opportunities identified to strengthen Brent’s voice on the national stage.

As part of the update, members were also asked to note that no Executive decisions had been taken under the Council’s urgency procedures, since the previous update provided for the Council meeting in July.

The Mayor thanked the Leader for the report and it was RESOLVED to formally note the update provided.