Councillor Mark Ellis

The Cabinet decided on 23/07/2026 to make no changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2027-28, except for a percentage increase to the income bands in line with the DWP annual percentage uplift. The decision was made subject to call-in.

The Cabinet decided to make appointments to outside bodies on 23 July 2026. Appointments were made as detailed in Appendix A, with consideration given to vacant posts. Members will be allocated to organisations where the council should appoint a representative.

The Cabinet of Tunbridge Wells Council recommended to Full Council on 23 July 2026 that an individual be awarded a Civic Medallion. The decision supports the nomination of the individual for the award of a Civic Medallion. The costs for the award and presentation will be met from the existing Mayoral Function budget.

The Cabinet noted the Property Transaction Report for January to June 2026 on 23/07/2026. The report detailed property transactions completed under delegated authority, including lease and licence renewals, rent reviews, and the acquisition of the TN2 Community Centre.

The Cabinet decided to note the report on property transactions at Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre for April to June 2026 on 23/07/2026. This included noting three lease renewals, one new lease, one deed of agreement, fourteen tenancy at will letters, and four licences for short-term occupation.