Councillor · Bexley
Councillor Jeremy Fosten
- Deputy Leader of the Labour Group/Shadow Cabinet Member for Children's Services & Education
- Stories naming Jeremy
- 6
- Meetings we covered
- 17
- Latest story
- 6 Nov 2026
In brief
Councillor Jeremy Fosten raised the issue of the DLR to Belvedere at a Public Cabinet meeting. The councillor inquired about returning visitors versus one-off attendances at Family Hubs, plans for engaging with the Digital Family Hub, and the involvement of secondary schools. Councillor Fosten pointed to indicators on timely complaint closures, describing a "huge slip" and questioning the reasons behind this "dramatic decline". The councillor suggested an "out of sight, out of mind" approach could be beneficial regarding mobile phones in schools. Councillor Fosten raised concerns about the slip in EHCP delivery, asking for the reasons behind the delay and how the council is addressing it. The councillor inquired about the £10 monthly contribution from core carers for children's activities.
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Stories naming Councillor Jeremy Fosten
- DLR to Belvedere: Council lobbying efforts continue Councillor Jeremy Fosten raised the issue at a Public Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, seeking clarification on the council's plan to pressure stakeholders for the DLR's delivery.
- Bexley Family Hubs expand with new Thamesmead centre Councillor Abi Johnson sought clarification regarding a reduction in some group frequencies from fortnightly to monthly, which was attributed to staff capacity issues that have since been...
- Bexley Council faces scrutiny over delayed Stage 1 complaint handling Bexley Council's effectiveness in handling Stage 1 complaints has come under scrutiny, with a significant decline in the number of these complaints being closed on time highlighted during a recent...
- Bexley schools to go mobile-free by September 2026 Concerns were also raised regarding safety during the journey to and from school. Councillor Jeremy Fosten suggested an "out of sight, out of mind" approach could be beneficial, a sentiment echoed...
- Bexley's EHCP delivery slips, but still above average Councillor Jeremy Fosten raised concerns about this slip, asking for the reasons behind the delay and how the council is addressing it. Officers explained that delays can be attributed to several...
From meetings they attended
These stories cover meetings Jeremy was listed at. The stories do not name them.
- Councillor Lisa Jane Moore Elected Mayor of Bexley, Announces Charities
- Bexley Council Approves Committee Structure and Appointments for 2026/27 Municipal Year
- Councillor David Leaf Appointed New Leader of Bexley Council
- Bexley Council Approves Members' Allowances Scheme for 2026/27
- Lisa Jane Moore Elected New Mayor of Bexley Council, Announces 'Bexley Together' Theme