Liz Needham

Health Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 10 November 2025 10.00 am

The Health Scrutiny Committee met to discuss mental health and learning disability services provided by Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT), and to agree the Committee's work programme for the coming year. The committee agreed to write a letter to the Secretary of State regarding funding for adult acute mental health beds, and requested a future update on child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS).

Local Government Pension Scheme Local Pension Board - Friday, 7 November 2025 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council Local Government Pension Scheme Local Pension Board met on 7 November 2025, for a virtual meeting. The board noted updates on IT security risks, the pension fund statement of accounts, and a report on responsible investment. They also noted the dates of future meetings.

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.

Local Government Pension Scheme Local Pension Board - Friday, 10 October 2025 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council's Local Government Pension Scheme Local Pension Board met on 10 October 2025, for a virtual meeting, during which they reviewed employer risk and governance, the performance of the Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA), the pension fund's risk register, and investment performance. The board noted the reports and provided comments.