Brian Collins

Cabinet - Tuesday, 22nd July, 2025 10.00 am

The Kent County Council (KCC) Cabinet met to discuss the financial outturn for 2024-25, which showed a £20.2 million overspend, primarily due to pressures in adult social care and health, and to review the council's performance in the fourth quarter of the year. The cabinet agreed to draw from the general fund reserves to cover the overspend, and also approved some roll-forward requests for committed projects and changes to the capital programme. Updates were also heard from cabinet members on key developments and progress within their portfolios.

County Council - Thursday, 10th July, 2025 10.00 am

Kent County Council met on 10 July 2025, and among other business, members discussed local government reorganisation, violence against women and girls, and the blue badge system. They voted to approve a cut in member allowances, and reallocate the money to member grants.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee convened to discuss the medium-term financial plan, performance metrics, and the disposal of surplus properties. The committee endorsed the disposal of a property in Dover, while a decision on the disposal of the Sevenoaks Adult Education Centre was delayed for further consideration.

Governance and Audit Committee - Thursday, 3rd July, 2025 10.00 am

The Governance and Audit Committee of Kent County Council met to discuss a range of issues, including the external audit plans for both the council and its pension fund, the corporate risk register, and updates on counter-fraud measures and internal audits. Councillor Michael Brown was elected as chair, and Councillor Martin Paul as vice-chair of the committee.

Personnel Committee - Member Appointment Panel - Wednesday, 25th June, 2025 9.30 am

The Personnel Committee - Member Appointment Panel of Kent Council met on Wednesday 25 June 2025 to discuss a number of items. These included a motion to exclude the press and public from part of the meeting, and an update from the Corporate Director of Finance.