Councillor Guy Renner-Thompson
Email: guy.renner-thompson@northumberland.gov.uk
Council: Northumberland
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
106 meetings · Page 5 of 22
Family and Children's Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 17th July, 2025 10.00 am
The Family and Children's Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee were scheduled to meet to discuss the Children's Social Care annual self-evaluation, the Ofsted inspection summary for Northumberland Skills, and the committee's work programme. The committee was also expected to note the decisions taken by the cabinet since the previous meeting, as well as the latest forward plan of key decisions.
Schools' Forum - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 9.30 am
The Northumberland Council Schools' Forum met to discuss the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) outturn for 2024-25, school balances, and the scheme for financing maintained schools. Also on the agenda was a discussion of an article from the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) funding. The Schools' Forum was also scheduled to review its work programme and meeting dates for 2025-26.
Health and Well-being Board - Thursday, 10th July, 2025 10.00 am
The Northumberland Health and Wellbeing Board met to discuss several key items, including the Northumberland Dementia Strategy 2025-2035, the Better Care Fund, and the board's forward plan. The meeting was also scheduled to include the election of a vice-chair.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 10.00 am
The Cabinet at Northumberland County Council were scheduled to discuss the Q3 & Q4 Corporate Performance, the Northumberland Local Plan Evaluation Report, and the Financial Performance for 2024-25, among other items. They were also scheduled to discuss new capital proposals and corporate risk management. Some of the information relating to corporate risk management was expected to be discussed in private.
County Council - Wednesday, 2nd July, 2025 3.00 pm
The Northumberland County Council meeting on 2 July 2025 was scheduled to cover a range of topics, including the Leader's annual report, a constitutional review, and a report from the Independent Remuneration Panel (IRP). Additionally, a motion was put forward concerning the constitutional review process itself.
Decisions from Meetings
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Urgent Business - Use of Former Hexham FIre Station Site
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am - November 11, 2025
...to address urgent operational needs and secure value for money, the Cabinet confirmed the former Hexham Fire Station site for depot expansion, agreed to continue discussions with Sir Antony Gormley regarding an art store and gallery at an alternative location, and requested the Leader to urgently discuss these opportunities with him.
Recommendations Approved
Market Testing Arrangements - Sale of Renewable Electricity from the Integrated Waste Management Contract EfW for 2026/27
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am - November 11, 2025
...to authorize the Council’s Waste PFI Contractor (Suez) to sell electricity generated at the Line 3 (EfW) during 2026/27 via online energy auction, delegating authority to the Executive Director of Place and Regeneration to set and amend the reserve price and negotiate with bidders to maximize income for the Council.
Recommendations Approved
Summary of New Capital Proposals considered by Capital Strategy Group
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am - November 11, 2025
...to amend the capital programme, the Cabinet approved spending and reallocation of funds for several projects, including acquiring mineral rights under the former Hexham Middle School site, supporting the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal with projects in Penrith and Alnwick, undertaking structural work at Tynedale House, and addressing essential maintenance across the Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service estate.
Recommendations Approved
Future of kerbside recycling collections under Simpler Recycling
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am - November 11, 2025
...to approve Option 3a, involving separate collection of fibre (paper, card, cardboard) in a black bin with a burgundy lid, as the preferred method for expanded household recycling collections to comply with Simpler Recycling requirements, noting a challenging implementation timeframe of October 2026 and delegating authority for contract amendments.
Recommendations Approved
Summary of New Capital Proposals considered by Officer Capital Strategy Group
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 14th October, 2025 10.00 am - October 14, 2025
...to amend the capital programme by delegating authority to the Chief Executive to enter into a contract for a flood warning system, approving the adoption and refurbishment of the Eden Hill Railway Bridge, and contributing to the restoration of the Woodhorn Narrow Gauge Railway.
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 106
Average per Month: 4.6
Decisions Recorded: 43