Matthew Wallens

Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 24th July 2025 10:00am

The Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss deprivation of liberty safeguards, and a new online referral form for adult safeguarding. The committee agreed to add updates on both of these topics to the work programme for the April meeting. The committee also discussed safeguarding standards in extracurricular activities, elective home education, alternative education, and DBS checks for school visits.

County Council - Thursday 17th July 2025 10:00am

Staffordshire County Council met to discuss highways improvements, the financial outturn for 2024-25, and the adult social care team's recent inspection. The council approved the report of the Independent Remuneration Panel, the Overview and Scrutiny annual report, and a memorandum of understanding regarding health services. They also voted to increase the number of cabinet support members from three to four, adding a role for special educational needs and disability (SEND).

Audit and Standards Committee - Tuesday 8th July 2025 10:00am

The Audit and Standards Committee of Staffordshire County Council convened to discuss internal audit processes, external audit plans, corporate governance, risk management, and standards for panel appointments. The committee approved the updated Code of Corporate Governance for 2025 and the updated Risk Management Policy Statement and Strategy Update for 2025. Members also reviewed the Financial Reporting Council's (FRC) report and the committee's forward plan.

Health and Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 30th June 2025 10:00am

The Health and Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the potential closure of intrapartum services at two community hospitals, and to review the System Operational Plan for 2025-26. The committee approved a memorandum of understanding regarding substantial variations to health services, and agreed to a work programme for future meetings.

County Council - Thursday 22nd May 2025 10:00am

The Staffordshire County Council meeting on 22 May 2025 saw Councillor Paul Williams appointed as Chairman of the County Council, and Councillor Gordon Munro appointed as Vice-Chairman. Councillors also debated a motion on improving roads, and addressed questions on topics ranging from net zero initiatives to immigration. The council also approved a number of measures including the Staffordshire Household Support Fund, the Staffordshire Warmer Homes scheme, and the Community Learning Accountability Agreement.