Councillor Colin William Horncastle

The Cabinet decided to approve recommendations regarding capital proposals on 08/09/2026. This included approving expenditure for a Solar PV Estate, Building Safety and Compliance Programme, grant funding for Haltwhistle Swimming and Leisure Centre Plant Improvements, and expenditure for Hexham Tyne Mills Vehicle Depot design and delivery activities. The Cabinet approved capital expenditure of up to £3.500 million for the Solar PV programme, grant funding of up to £1.191 million for Haltwhistle Leisure Centre, and expenditure of up to £0.450 million for the Hexham vehicle depot.

The Cabinet decided to approve recommendations regarding the Housing Revenue Account financial performance at the end of June 2026. The decision was made on 08/09/2026. The Cabinet noted the projected outturn on the HRA revenue and capital budgets, the use of reserves, and details of capital project reprofiling.

Northumberland County Council's Cabinet decided to approve initial proposals for the refresh of the Gambling Act 2005 licensing policy on 8 September 2026. The Cabinet endorsed the proposals and approved the commencement of public consultation. The decision included noting the nature of the licensing scheme, endorsing the initial proposals, and approving the consultation process.

The Cabinet decided to approve the net re-profiling of £75.964 million from the 2026-27 to 2027-28 Capital Programme. They also noted a projected £7.960 million overspend on services. The decision was made on 08/09/2026.

The Cabinet decided to approve the North Pennines National Landscape Management Plan 2026-2031 on 8 September 2026. This plan sets out policy for the management of the National Landscape and guides the actions of relevant authorities. It includes outcomes and suggested measures for conserving and enhancing natural beauty.