Cllr John Patient

Gloucestershire Economic Strategy Scrutiny Committee - Friday 28 November 2025 10.00 am

The Gloucestershire Economic Strategy Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the City Region Board update, the Spatial Development Strategy, and the Green Skills Strategy. The committee was also scheduled to review its work plan for the coming year.

County Council - Wednesday 12 November 2025 10.00 am

Gloucestershire County Council met on Wednesday 12 November 2025, and members debated the future of local government reorganisation in the county, ultimately expressing a preference for a single unitary authority. They also approved a new council strategy and agreed to incorporate the views of young people in policy decisions. Additionally, councillors addressed concerns about highways maintenance and the impact of inheritance tax reforms on local farmers.

Audit and Governance Committee - Friday 26 September 2025 10.00 am

The Audit and Governance Committee of Gloucestershire Council convened to discuss a range of reports, including updates from KPMG, and the annual governance statement. The committee was also scheduled to review treasury management and internal audit activity.

Gloucestershire Economic Strategy Scrutiny Committee - Friday 19 September 2025 10.00 am

The Gloucestershire Economic Strategy Scrutiny Committee met on 19 September 2025 to discuss the City Region Board update, receive the annual economic update, and review the committee's work plan. The committee heard that the Local Growth Plan is expected to be presented to the City Region Board in November, and that a working group has been established to review Strategic Economic Development Fund (SEDF) bids.

County Council - Wednesday 10 September 2025 10.00 am

Gloucestershire County Council met on Wednesday 10 September 2025, and addressed a number of issues including a motion to support adopted children, a discussion regarding the use of hotels for migrant accommodation, and a proposal to support the Forest of Dean District Council's bid to become a UNESCO Biosphere area. Councillors also debated and voted on motions related to council finances, highways services, and support for farmers.