Councillor · Harrow
Councillor David Ashton
- Finance and Highways Portfolio Holder
- Chair, Pension Fund Committee
- Stories naming David
- 13
- Meetings we covered
- 13
- Latest story
- 21 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor David Ashton stated that the council's financial settlement was better than previous years but only brought them back to a level that should have been provided previously. He highlighted the council's efforts in preparing for the Procurement Act 2023 and stated that a new parking system would enable virtual permits, substantially reducing issues related to residents waiting for permits to be posted. He also explained that collaborative procurement through the ILC is the most effective method to secure advantageous bids for insurance contracts.
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Stories naming Councillor David Ashton
- Harrow Council insurance renewals approved The ILC is a collaborative group of seven London boroughs that aims to reduce insurance costs through economies of scale and a shared commitment to risk management. Harrow has been a member of this consortium since 2010, successfully procuring its major insurance contracts as part of the group. Councillor David...
- New parking system to bring virtual permits to Harrow Councillor David Ashton, Portfolio Holder for Finance and Highways, stated that the new system "would enable virtual permits, substantially reducing issues related to residents waiting for permits...
- Harrow Council Approves Major Flood Alleviation Scheme for Wealdstone Brook Councillor David Ashton, Portfolio Holder for Finance and Highways, highlighted the scheme's importance in putting residents first and contributing to a cleaner and safer borough. He also noted...
- Harrow Pension Fund Surpasses Funding Target, Employer Contributions to Decrease Councillor David Ashton, Portfolio Holder for Finance & Highways, acknowledged the positive outcome of the valuation. The committee has approved the draft Funding Strategy Statement (FSS), which...
- Harrow Council's scrutiny report highlights key priorities Councillor Graham Henson commented on the importance of cabinet members attending scrutiny meetings. He stated, "I think the leader of the Council and Councillor David Ashton have both come...
From meetings they attended
These stories cover meetings David was listed at. The stories do not name them.
- Harrow Council Unanimously Opposes Draft London Plan Over Green Belt and Housing Concerns
- Harrow Council Overhauls Planning Procedures and Councillor Conduct Rules
- Harrow Council Votes to Oppose Draft London Plan Over Green Belt Concerns
- Harrow Town Centre and Pinner Post Offices face closure
- Harrow to review terminal illness support