Councillor Chris McGiffen
Email: chris.mcgiffen@northnorthants.gov.uk
Council: North Northamptonshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
12 meetings · Page 1 of 3
Council - Thursday 11th December, 2025 6.00 pm
The upcoming North Northamptonshire Council meeting will address key issues including the adoption of a new Corporate Plan, approval of the Corporate Parenting Board's annual report, and proposed changes to council tax premiums. Councillors will also discuss the Youth Justice Plan, the Local Council Tax Support Scheme, and a Community Governance Review.
Executive - Tuesday 11th November, 2025 10.00 am
The North Northamptonshire Council Executive met to discuss a range of issues, including the adoption of the Corporate Plan 2025-2029, the financial performance of the council, and a new policy for adult social care direct payments. They approved the Great Addington Neighbourhood Plan, and also approved going out to procurement for the electoral services printing and mailing contract. The Executive also agreed to introduce a premium for long term empty properties and second homes to encourage owners to bring properties back into use more quickly to address housing shortages.
Council - Thursday 30th October, 2025 6.00 pm
North Northamptonshire Council met to discuss the Northamptonshire Youth Justice Plan, and to agree changes to the political balance on council committees. The council approved the recommendations set out in the Northamptonshire Youth Justice Plan 2024/25, and also approved changes to political balance on its committees.
Executive - Tuesday 14th October, 2025 10.00 am
The North Northamptonshire Council Executive met to discuss a range of issues, including housing, transport and leisure. Key decisions included approving a consultation on changes to the Keyways Housing Allocation Scheme, and adopting the North Northamptonshire Statement of Community Involvement.
Decisions from Meetings
78 decisions · Page 5 of 16
Indicative Budget Timeline and Scrutiny Process 2026-27 - Update
From: Executive - Tuesday 9th September, 2025 10.00 am - September 09, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Zero-emission Bus Scheme
From: Executive - Tuesday 9th September, 2025 10.00 am - September 09, 2025
...to progress a zero-emission bus scheme, the Executive agreed to provide up to £1.8 million in grant funding for eight electric buses and associated infrastructure on the Kettering – Rothwell – Desborough – Corby/Market Harborough corridor, subject to Subsidy Control Act compliance, and delegated authority for a funding agreement with Stagecoach.
Recommendations Approved
Parking Enforcement Processing System Procurement
From: Executive - Tuesday 9th September, 2025 10.00 am - September 09, 2025
...to improve accuracy, accountability, and financial control, the council approved bringing defined elements of Penalty Charge Notice processing in-house, amending budgets accordingly, and delegating contract authority for PCN processing to the Assistant Director for Assets and Environment.
Recommendations Approved
Review of Waste Policies
From: Executive - Tuesday 9th September, 2025 10.00 am - September 09, 2025
...the Executive approved the updated Waste & Recycling Policy and Strategy for tackling litter & fly-tipping, and delegated authority for minor amendments to the Executive Director of Place and Economy.
Recommendations Approved
Capital Programme Update 2025/26
From: Executive - Tuesday 9th September, 2025 10.00 am - September 09, 2025
...to note changes to the capital programme following internal approvals and a proposed Zero Emissions Bus Scheme, aligning with the council's corporate plan objectives.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 12
Average per Month: 1.5
Decisions Recorded: 78