Constitution Review Working Group
Greenwich Council approved significant changes to its constitution in March 2026, affecting public engagement and scrutiny processes.
Greenwich Council approved significant changes to its constitution in March 2026, affecting how the council operates and engages with the public. These changes include new procedures for public and member questions, a revised call-in process for scrutiny, and alterations to the Tenants Oversight and Influence Panel. Councillor Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Council, championed the overhaul to improve meeting efficiency and focus, though the decision faced opposition from Conservative and Independent/Green councillors.
The approved amendments, which stem from the work of the Constitution Review Working Group, also include changes to deputations at Full Council meetings, with the power to determine whether to receive a deputation now resting with the council. No further discussions or decisions regarding the constitution review are currently scheduled for Greenwich Council.
Key facts
- Greenwich Council approved significant changes to its Constitution on March 18, 2026. Source
- The changes include new procedures for public and member questions, a revised call-in process for scrutiny, and alterations to the Tenants Oversight and Influence Panel. Source
- Councillor Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Council, championed the overhaul. Source
- The decision was made despite opposition from Conservative and Independent/Green councillors. Source
- Key amendments to Part 4 of the Council Constitution include deputations. Source
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