Gemma Poulter
Council: Derbyshire
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
13 meetings · Page 1 of 3
Audit Committee - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 2.00 pm
The Audit Committee of Derbyshire County Council was scheduled to convene on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, with a packed agenda focusing on financial oversight, risk management, and audit progress. Key discussions were expected to cover the risk management frameworks within the Adult Social Care & Health department and the Council's strategic risk register, alongside performance and budget monitoring for the 2025-26 financial year. The committee was also set to review updated Financial Regulations, Accounting Policies, and the Council's Tax Strategy, as well as receive progress reports from both internal and external auditors.
Council - Wednesday, 11 February 2026 2.00 pm
The Derbyshire County Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 11 February 2026, was set to cover a wide range of significant topics, including the council's financial position, future plans, and operational changes. Key discussions were expected to revolve around the revenue budget for 2026-27, capital programme approvals, treasury management, and the adoption of new strategies and policies. The meeting agenda also included provisions for members' questions, public questions, and notices of motion on various issues affecting the county.
Meeting adjourned and reconvened at 12 noon on 12/01/2026, Cabinet - Friday, 9 January 2026 10.00 am
The Derbyshire County Council Cabinet met on Friday, 9 January 2026, to discuss a range of significant financial and service-related matters. Key decisions included the approval of budget savings proposals for the next five years, the allocation of Section 106 developer contributions for children's services projects, and the establishment of enhanced resource school provision.
Alderman Ceremony, Council - Wednesday, 10 December 2025 11.00 am, NEW
Derbyshire County Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, to conduct formal business. The agenda includes prayers, apologies for absence, declarations of interest, and a proposal to appoint Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen. The meeting will be available via webcast on the council's website and YouTube Channel.
Council - Wednesday, 10 December 2025 2.00 pm
Derbyshire County Council met on 10 December 2025, and approved the appointment of a new Chief Executive, Neil Crittenden, as well as changes to committee memberships and contract standing orders. Councillors also discussed a range of public and member questions, and voted on several notices of motion, including one opposing a digital ID scheme and another regarding the protection of green spaces from pylon development.
Decisions from Meetings
21 decisions · Page 1 of 5
Preparation of budget 2026/27
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...to prepare the 2026/27 budget, the Cabinet approved the timetable, noted pre-budget engagement activities, and noted proposals for reviewing the Medium-Term Financial Plan and Earmarked and General Reserve projections.
Recommendations Approved
Proposal to consult on future options to deliver Derbyshire Adult Community Education Service
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...to conduct a ten-week public and stakeholder consultation on three proposed options for the future delivery of Derbyshire Adult Community Education Services.
Recommendations Approved
Regeneration Pipeline Programme: Compulsory Purchase Order to Support South Derbyshire Growth Zone
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...to proceed with the South Derbyshire Growth Zone project, including approving enabling infrastructure, delegation agreements, and the making and publication of a Side Roads Order and Compulsory Purchase Order for land acquisition.
Recommendations Approved
Markham Vale Delegated Decisions
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...to approve the recommendations outlined in the confidential report regarding the ongoing redevelopment of Markham Vale, following delegated decisions made by the Executive Director - Place and the Leader of the Council.
Recommendations Approved
Markham Vale Update on Development Progress
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...the Cabinet noted the progress of the Markham Vale development between October 2024 and October 2025 and approved planned activities to complete the project.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 13
Average per Month: 0.6
Decisions Recorded: 21 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.