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
- KFC Chessington licence decision deferred amid resident concerns Rochelle Cook echoed concerns about litter, noise, and the necessity of late-night operation in the area. Councillor James Giles, a local ward councillor, requested significant restrictions if the licence were granted, including no late-night refreshment beyond 11pm on most nights and a mandatory delivery management...
- New KFC in New Malden granted licence with strict conditions However, objectors, including residents from Sussex Close and Charnwood Close, and Councillor James Giles, raised significant concerns. Issues cited included noise and odour from the extractor fan,...
- Kingston Council Maintains Status Quo on Opposition Leader Role Councillor James Giles, Leader of KIRG, had argued for a proportional allocation of the Leader of the Opposition role. He stressed the importance of a functioning opposition, stating, "any...
- Opposition Gains Increased Representation on Kingston Council Committees Councillor James Giles, Leader of the Opposition, proposed a motion to ensure that each of the two opposition groups would have one seat on each of the Council's three strategic committees. This...
- Kingston Mayor and Deputy Mayor thanked for service as new Mayor elected Councillor James Giles, Leader of the Opposition, commended Councillor Hadjimichael's outstanding service and his understanding of public service beyond party politics. Councillor Rowena Bass also...
From meetings they attended
These stories cover meetings James was listed at. The stories do not name them.
- New cleaning contract for older people's housing
- Kingston Council Forecasts £720k Budget Overspend Amidst Transformation Programme
- Planning rules to change: Neighbourhood committees lose power
- Pension fund investment returns lag benchmarks
- Kingston Pension Fund Net Assets Reach £1.41 Billion Amidst Investment Growth