John Hale

Pensions Committee - Wednesday, 29 October 2025 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council Pensions Committee met on Wednesday 29 October 2025, confirming the minutes of the previous meeting and discussing data security risks, the pension fund's statement of accounts, and a responsible investment report. The committee noted the reports presented.

Adult Care Services Cabinet Panel - Thursday, 23 October 2025 10.00 am

The Adult Care Services Cabinet Panel convened to discuss key strategies and performance metrics, focusing on enhancing services for older adults, individuals with dementia, and those with physical disabilities. The panel endorsed a proposed five-year care homes commissioning strategy for older people to be sent to the cabinet, and also supported the delivery plan for the dementia strategy, including the introduction of a Dementia Friendly Accreditation Scheme in Hertfordshire. Additionally, the panel reviewed and commented on the physical disability strategy and the adult care services performance monitor.

County Council - Tuesday, 21 October 2025 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council met to discuss a range of issues, including the appointment of a chair to the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, political proportionality on committees, and a petition regarding the Hertfordshire Local Government Pension Scheme. The council also discussed and approved a new corporate plan, and heard reports from various committees.

Public Health & Community Safety Cabinet Panel - Thursday, 9 October 2025 10.00 am

The Public Health & Community Safety Cabinet Panel are scheduled to meet to discuss a refresh of the Hertfordshire Public Health Suicide Prevention Strategy, a Prevent update, the Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service annual performance report, an HMICFRS inspection update and a Trading Standards update.

Audit Committee - Friday, 3 October 2025 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council Audit Committee met to discuss risk management, the adult social care workforce, and internal audit services. The committee agreed to note the changes to risk metrics and the revised list of corporate risks, and also approved an in-year amendment to the internal audit plan. They also received updates on the adult social care workforce and the shared internal audit service.