The South East Planning Committee of Northumberland Council was scheduled to consider a planning application for a change of use in Blyth and receive an update on Section 106 agreements. The meeting agenda also included the formal agreement of previous minutes and a review of the council's code of conduct regarding members' interests.

Determination of Planning Applications

The committee was scheduled to decide on planning applications, using powers delegated to it. Information regarding objections and support for these applications was to be available on the council's website.

Conversion of Hot Food Takeaway to Day and Community Drop-in Centre at 34-34A, Coomassie Road, Blyth

A key item on the agenda was the planning application 25/04184/FUL for the conversion of a Class A5 hot food takeaway to a Class E day and community drop-in centre at 34-34A, Coomassie Road, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2HD. The committee was expected to use its delegated powers to make a decision on this application.

Section 106 Update

The committee was scheduled to receive a monthly report providing an update on the agreement, monitoring, and collection of Section 106 contributions. These contributions are a key part of the planning process, relating to agreements made across Northumberland during the previous month.

Minutes of Previous Meeting

The minutes of the South East Planning Committee meeting held on Monday, 13 October 2025, were scheduled for agreement and signing by the Chair. These minutes are available to view here.

Disclosure of Members' Interests

The agenda outlined the council's Code of Conduct regarding the disclosure of members' interests. Councillors were reminded of their obligations to declare any Disclosable Pecuniary Interests (DPIs) or Other Registrable Interests that might arise during discussions. The guidance detailed the procedures for non-participation in discussions and voting where such interests exist, and provided contact information for the Monitoring Officer for any clarification needed. The full Code of Conduct, including definitions of DPIs and other registrable interests, was referenced.