Councillor Christine Ware

Budget meeting, Council - Thursday 26th February 2026 5.00 pm

The Council meeting scheduled for Thursday 26 February 2026 was set to address the local authority's financial plans for the upcoming year, including the final budget and medium-term financial plan. Discussions were also scheduled regarding the Housing Revenue Account budget and the calculation of Council Tax.

Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council met on Thursday 19 February 2026, approving five planning applications and deferring one. The committee considered a range of planning applications, including extensions, changes of use, and agricultural buildings.

Cabinet - Monday, 16 February 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council met on Monday 16 February 2026 to discuss a range of financial and service-related matters. Key topics included the monitoring of revenue and capital expenditure for the 2025-26 financial year, the finalisation of the 2026-27 budget and medium-term financial plan, and the admission arrangements for primary schools for the 2027 intake. The Cabinet was also scheduled to consider the Adult Social Care Local Account, which outlines the council's strategy for this vital service.

Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 5th February 2026 6.00 pm

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council met on Thursday 5 February 2026, approving all seven planning applications that were presented. These included a mix of developments, from extensions to existing businesses and changes of use for community facilities, to the permanent retention of modular school buildings and the development of temporary accommodation for homeless individuals.

Extraordinary Meeting of Full Council, Council - Monday 19th January 2026 5.00 pm

The Council met on Monday 19 January 2026 to discuss the West Northamptonshire Local Plan and the appointment of key officers. The meeting's agenda included a report seeking approval to consult on a draft of the West Northamptonshire Local Plan, which outlines the council's plans for development, protection of areas, and policies for determining planning applications up to 2043. Additionally, the council was scheduled to consider the appointment of a Monitoring Officer and a Chief Officer.