Amar Virdee

Councillor Amar Virdee declared an interest due to prior engagement with a candidate for Director of Young People. The councillor attended a Chief Officer Appointments Sub-Committee meeting as a substitute. Councillor Virdee stated that without temporary accommodation costs, the council would be in surplus. The councillor responded to a question about lobbying for rent controls, highlighting Newham's property licensing and support for amendments to the Renters' Rights Bill. Councillor Virdee was a member of the Chief Officer Appointment Sub-Committee and was consulted on a recruitment process. The councillor highlighted the importance of transparency regarding a best value notice. Councillor Virdee was part of a sub-committee that interviewed candidates for Corporate Director of Environment.

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