Councillor · Kingston upon Thames
Councillor James Giles
- Leader of the Kingston Independent Residents' Group
- Chair, Scrutiny Panel
- Stories naming James
- 19
- Meetings we covered
- 18
- Latest story
- 14 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor James Giles commended former councillors for their contributions. He proposed an amendment regarding roadworks and traffic delays, which was defeated. The councillor also proposed a motion calling on the UK Government to provide improved guidance and funding for public bodies regarding the Armed Forces Covenant. He questioned applicants about their finances during a community grants meeting and requested restrictions for a KFC licence. The councillor also voiced concerns about noise and anti-social behaviour related to a KFC licence and argued for a proportional allocation of the Leader of the Opposition role. He proposed a motion to ensure opposition groups had seats on council committees and commended a councillor's service.
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Stories naming Councillor James Giles
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Coombe Store Must Keep CCTV for 90 Days After License Review Councillor James Giles questioned Mr. Kumaran about the absence of receipts for certain items and the sale of banned mothballs. Ms. Sherratt responded by saying:
- Pizza Van Approved Near Church Despite Local Concerns Councillor James Giles, Leader of the Opposition, noted that the onus was on the applicant to prove that the business could operate successfully in this location. The sub-committee's decision...
- New Malden Service Station Seeks 24/7 Alcohol Sales Councillor James Giles, Leader of the Opposition on Kingston Council, has submitted a representation in his capacity as a Ward Councillor, objecting to the proposed 24/7 retail sale of alcohol. He...
- Kingston Council to Review Pension Investments Over Rights Concerns The council meeting on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, saw a lengthy debate on the issue, culminating in a cross-party agreement to establish a task force to examine the pension fund's investments. The...
From meetings they attended
These stories cover meetings James was listed at. The stories do not name them.
- Kingston upon Thames Pension Fund faces software delays on McCloud Remedy implementation
- LGPS pension reforms to boost UK growth
- Kingston Council Adopts New Proactive Road Maintenance Plan
- Coombe Lane West zebra crossing scrapped due to safety concerns
- Seething Wells Reporting Frequency Reduced to Annual Amidst Committee Discussion