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.
20 meetings · Page 1 of 4
Executive - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 10.00 am
The Executive of North Northamptonshire Council is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to consider a range of important policy updates and procurement decisions. Key discussions are expected to include the Highway Asset Management Policy and Strategy, the procurement of a Garden Waste Disposal Contract, and updates on the Housing Revenue Account.
Council - Thursday, 5 March 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Council met on Thursday 5 March 2026 and approved a new Corporate Parenting Strategy, a Pay Policy Statement for 2025/26, and changes to political balance on committees. The Council also noted the Northamptonshire Children's Trust Business Plan and Annual Report, and rejected a motion concerning contaminated land.
Council - Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 10.00 am
North Northamptonshire Council convened for a Budget Council meeting on Thursday, 19 February 2026, where the primary focus was the approval of the General Fund Final Budget for 2026-27, the Medium-Term Financial Plan, and the Capital Programme. Key decisions included the setting of Council Tax levels, with an approved increase of 2.99% for the core council tax and an additional 2% for the Adult Social Care precept, resulting in an average Band D Council Tax of £1,918.23. The Housing Revenue Account Budget for 2026/27 was also approved, including a 4.8% increase in dwelling rents.
Decisions from Meetings
118 decisions · Page 6 of 24
Tree Management Policy
From: Executive - Tuesday, 20 January 2026 - 10.00 am - January 20, 2026
...approved the Tree Management Policy and delegated authority for minor amendments prior to publication.
Recommendations Approved
Capital Programme Update 2025/26
From: Executive - Tuesday 16th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 16, 2025
...to approve changes to the 2025/26 capital programme, including £163k for Castle Theatre lighting funded from capital receipts, and to note other changes approved by Directorate Capital Boards, Departmental Management Teams, the Chief Finance Officer, and the Strategic Capital Board.
For Determination
Housing Revenue Account Draft Budget 2026-27 and Medium-Term Financial Plan Proposals
From: Executive - Tuesday 16th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 16, 2025
...to recommend to the Council the approval of the 2026-27 Housing Revenue Account Budget and Medium-Term Financial Plan, including noting a proposed 4.8% increase in dwelling rents for 2026/27.
For Determination
2026/27 Budget Scrutiny Panel - Interim Observations and Recommendations
From: Executive - Tuesday 16th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 16, 2025
...to note the interim observations and recommendations of the Budget Scrutiny Panel for the 2026/27 budget, respond to key findings, acknowledge the work of officers and the Northampton Children's Trust, note upcoming scrutiny meetings, and request a progress report on recommendations after six months of the 2026/27 municipal year.
For Determination
Corporate Strategic Risk Register
From: Executive - Tuesday 16th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 16, 2025
...to note the risk management update in order to comply with the Council's Risk Management Policy and Strategy and ensure effective risk management across its functions and activities.
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 20
Average per Month: 1.5
Decisions Recorded: 118