Councillor Eddie McDonald
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Council - Thursday, 24 September 2026 - 6.00 pm
Council - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 6.00 pm
North Northamptonshire Council convened on Thursday 16 July 2026, electing Councillor Andy Simms as its new Chair and approving updates to its Constitution. The meeting also saw the rejection of three motions on notice, including one to fly the Ukrainian flag on Ukraine Independence Day, a motion to develop a High Street Revival Policy, and a motion urging the engagement of independent highways experts in local plan development.
Council - Thursday, 21 May 2026 - 6.30 pm
The Annual Council meeting of North Northamptonshire Council, held on May 21, 2026, saw the election of Councillor Maurice Eglin as Chair and Councillor Andy Sims as Vice-Chair for the 2026/27 municipal year. The meeting also confirmed political group leadership arrangements and made numerous appointments to council committees and outside bodies.
Council - Thursday, 21 May 2026 - 5.00 pm
North Northamptonshire Council convened a special meeting on Thursday 21 May 2026 to formally recognise the eminent service of six former councillors. The council unanimously resolved to confer the titles of Honorary Alderman and Alderwoman upon Timothy Allebone, Tom Beattie, Ray Beeby, Dudley Hughes, Sylvia Hughes, and Andrew Scarborough. This honour acknowledges their significant contributions and dedication to public service within the council and its predecessor authorities.
Children's Trust Joint Committee - Wednesday, 22 April 2026 - 2.00 pm
The Children's Trust Joint Committee met on Wednesday 22 April 2026 to discuss the financial position of the Northamptonshire Children's Trust for the 2025-2026 financial year. The committee noted a significant forecast outturn pressure of over £27 million, largely driven by increased demand and costs in placements, particularly residential, secure, and baby and parent assessments. The committee unanimously agreed to note this forecast outturn position and the resulting pressures on both councils.
Decisions from Meetings
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Election of Chair of North Northamptonshire Council
From: Council - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 6.00 pm - July 16, 2026
The Council of North Northamptonshire Council resolved that Councillor Andy Simms be appointed as Chair of the Council on 16 July 2026.
Recommendations Approved
Executive Presentations
From: Council - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 6.00 pm - July 16, 2026
The Council of North Northamptonshire Council on Thursday 16 July 2026 approved and adopted the revised Constitution as shown at Appendix A of the report. This decision was made on 16/07/2026.
Recommendations Approved
Motions on Notice
From: Council - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 6.00 pm - July 16, 2026
The Council of North Northamptonshire Council rejected three motions on 16 July 2026. The first motion requested an exception to flag flying policy to raise the Ukrainian flag on Ukraine Independence Day. The second motion called for the development of a High Street Revival Policy, establishment of a High Street Renewal Taskforce, and creation of a public register of long-term empty commercial properties. The third motion urged engagement with independent highways experts and neighbouring authorities regarding the impact of proposed developments on infrastructure.
For Determination
Minutes of the meetings of Special Council and Annual Council held on 21st May 2026
From: Council - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 6.00 pm - July 16, 2026
The Council of North Northamptonshire approved the minutes of the Special Meeting of Council and the Annual Meeting of Council held on 21st May 2026 on 16th July 2026. The Council also elected Councillor Maurice Eglin as Chair and Councillor Andy Sims as Vice-Chair for the Municipal Year 2026/27. Additionally, six individuals were enrolled as Honorary Aldermen or Alderwomen of North Northamptonshire.
Recommendations Approved
Committee Membership and Appointment of Chairs/Vice Chairs of Committees
From: Council - Thursday, 21 May 2026 - 6.30 pm - May 21, 2026
North Northamptonshire Council decided on 21/05/2026 to note proportionality rules and appointments made by political groups. The Council also approved the appointment of Chairs and Vice Chairs for various committees. The Officer Scheme of Delegation grants the Monitoring Officer authority for in-year committee membership changes in consultation with political group leaders.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 35
- Average per month
- 2.1
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
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