Group Whips
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has adopted a new policy for Freedom of the Borough nominations, impacting Group Whips' role.
Hammersmith and Fulham Council adopted a new policy for granting the Freedom of the Borough in September 2026, which outlines the criteria and nomination process for this highest civic honour. Group Whips, who are individuals within the council responsible for making nominations for the Freedom of the Borough, will operate under these new guidelines. The General Purpose Committee approved the policy on September 16, 2026.
The new policy specifies that serving council staff are not eligible for the Freedom of the Borough, which is awarded to individuals for outstanding or exceptional service to the borough. No further meetings are currently scheduled to discuss Group Whips or the new nomination process for the Freedom of the Borough.
Key facts
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council adopted a new policy for granting the Freedom of the Borough in September 2026. Source
- The new policy was approved by the General Purpose Committee on September 16, 2026. Source
- Serving council staff are not eligible for the Freedom of the Borough honour. Source
- The Freedom of the Borough is awarded for outstanding or exceptional service to the borough. Source
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