Councillor Paul Barnes
Email: Paul.Barnes@sholland.gov.uk
Council: South Holland
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
36 meetings · Page 1 of 8
Policy Development Panel - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 6.30 pm
The Policy Development Panel is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, to consider a range of policy updates and reviews. Key discussions are expected to include an extension to the Housing Landlord Strategy, updates to data protection and records management policies, and a review of the council's Markets Policy.
Revised Agenda - 23/01/2026 - to include item 19, South Holland District Council - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 6.30 pm
The South Holland District Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to consider recommendations from its Cabinet regarding proposed amendments to the Contract Procedure Rules and the Local Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026/27. The meeting will also review the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Business Plan and Asset Management Strategy, alongside proposed housing rent increases for the upcoming year.
Revised Public Report 19/01/26, Cabinet - Tuesday, 20th January, 2026 6.30 pm
The Cabinet of South Holland Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including the council's financial performance, housing standards, and long-term asset management strategies. Key topics included the Q2 performance report, proposed housing standards policies, a partnership social media policy, and the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Business Plan and Asset Management Strategy. The transfer of open space to Sutton Bridge Parish Council was also scheduled for consideration.
Joint Performance Monitoring Panel and Policy Development Panel - Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 6.30 pm
The Joint Performance Monitoring Panel and Policy Development Panel of South Holland Council met on Tuesday 13 January 2026 to consider the Council's financial outlook for the coming years and to review plans for its housing stock. The meeting's agenda included a budget overview and a detailed examination of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Business Plan and Asset Management Strategy.
Planning Committee - Wednesday, 7th January, 2026 6.30 pm
The Planning Committee of South Holland Council was scheduled to discuss several planning applications, including a new primary substation, modifications to a leisure complex development, and the conversion of a rural building. The committee was also set to receive an update on recent planning appeal decisions and a report on the review of implemented planning decisions.
Decisions from Meetings
40 decisions · Page 5 of 8
Preparedness to deliver the Social Housing (Prescribed Requirements) (England) Regulation 2025 (Awaab's Law)
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16th September, 2025 6.30 pm - September 16, 2025
...to prepare for the implementation of Awaab's Law, the Cabinet adopted a revised Housing Repairs and Fitness for Habitation Policy and a revised Damp Condensation and Mould Policy, delegated minor operational changes and legislative amendments to the Assistant Director – Housing in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Strategic and Operational Housing, and noted that further reports will be brought forward to update on the implementation progress of Phase 1, as well as development of Phase 2 and 3.
Recommendations Approved
Local Council Tax Support Scheme 2026/27 - Consultation
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16th September, 2025 6.30 pm - September 16, 2025
...to enable consultation on the continuation of the current Council Tax Support scheme for 2026/27, including uprating in line with DWP allowances and premiums, with oversight delegated to the Section 151 Officer in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance.
Recommendations Approved
To implement a pay structure and associated Job Evaluation Scheme for Officers in shared Partnership roles within the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership
From: South Holland District Council - Wednesday, 23rd July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 23, 2025
...to implement a pay structure, Job Evaluation Scheme, and associated policy for officers in shared Partnership roles within the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership.
For Determination
Delivery of the South Holland Health and Wellbeing Hub Project
From: Special Meeting, Cabinet - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 21, 2025
...to approve the recommendations outlined in the exempt report regarding the amended budget allocation and financing strategy for the commencement of the South Holland Health and Wellbeing Hub project.
Recommendations Approved
Waste services delivery model
From: Special Meeting, Cabinet - Thursday, 26th June, 2025 6.30 pm - June 26, 2025
...to approve Option B as the preferred delivery model for collecting household waste and recycling, which involves wheeled bins and food waste collection vehicles, and to recommend associated capital program adjustments to the Council.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 36
Average per Month: 1.6
Decisions Recorded: 40