Councillor Lucie McIntyre

National Planning Policy Framework: proposed reforms and other changes to the planning system

From: Licensing and Planning Policy Committee - Tuesday, 10 March 2026 - 7.30 pm - March 10, 2026

...the Committee unanimously resolved to note the contents of the consultation and approve the draft response, or agree amendments and authorise the Head of Planning Policy and Economic Development, in consultation with the Chair, to finalise and submit the response regarding the National Planning Policy Framework proposed reforms and other changes to the planning system.

For Determination

Local Plan Update

From: Licensing and Planning Policy Committee - Tuesday, 10 March 2026 - 7.30 pm - March 10, 2026

...noted the contents of the report regarding the Local Plan Update.

For Determination

Section 106 Monitoring Fees

From: Licensing and Planning Policy Committee - Tuesday, 10 March 2026 - 7.30 pm - March 10, 2026

...approved the introduction of new fees from April 1, 2026, to cover the administration and long-term monitoring of Section 106 agreements and biodiversity net gain provisions, and resolved to publish these fees on the Council's website.

For Determination

Contract Standing Orders 2025-26 Update

From: Budget Meeting, Council - Tuesday, 10th February, 2026 7.30 pm - February 10, 2026

...the Council approved revisions to its Contract Standing Orders, including updates to officer roles, responsibilities, and procurement thresholds.

For Determination

Attendance Dispensation

From: Budget Meeting, Council - Tuesday, 10th February, 2026 7.30 pm - February 10, 2026

For Determination