Councillor · Barnet
Councillor Peter Zinkin
- Leader of the Conservative Group
- Vice-Chair, Overview and Scrutiny Committee
- Stories naming Peter
- 32
- Meetings we covered
- 16
- Latest story
- 21 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor Peter Zinkin raised concerns about the council's ability to implement plans effectively and stressed the importance of transparent communication regarding financial problems and potential council tax increases. He advocated for scenario modelling to illustrate the impact on households and suggested exploring additional revenue generation opportunities. The councillor also questioned reasons behind a bidder's request for additional funds in a failed IT procurement, suggesting it indicated perceived risks in the original contract price. He welcomed the return of Area Committees, stating it was welcomed by everybody after the chaos of the last year of the last administration. Councillor Zinkin was appointed as the non-Executive Cabinet Observer and Leader of the Opposition.
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Stories naming Councillor Peter Zinkin
- Barnet Council to decide on Great North Leisure Park and Finchley Lido Leisure Centre future The Overview and Scrutiny Committee convened on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, at Hendon Town Hall. Councillor Emma Whysall chaired the meeting, with Councillor Peter Zinkin serving as Vice Chair. The committee addressed a range of issues, including community safety, youth justice, and financial forecasting.
- Barnet to Appoint Mayor's Cadet from Various Youth Groups The decision was formalised during a Barnet Council meeting held on Tuesday, 8 July 2025, where Councillors Barry Rawlings and Peter Zinkin introduced a joint motion to expand the Mayor's Cadet...
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