Cllr Paul Sample JP
Email: paul.sample@wiltshire.gov.uk
Council: Wiltshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
35 meetings · Page 1 of 7
Cabinet - Tuesday 3 February 2026 10.00 am
The Wiltshire Council Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 3 February 2026 to discuss a range of important financial and service-related matters. Key decisions are expected regarding the council's budget for the upcoming financial year, including proposed Council Tax increases and savings plans. The Cabinet will also review the Housing Revenue Account budget, dwelling rent settings, and the 30-year business plan, alongside the capital programme for the next seven years. Additionally, the procurement of future sexual health services and the school admissions policies for 2027-28 are scheduled for discussion.
Finance and Procurement Select Committee - Tuesday 27 January 2026 10.30 am
The Finance and Procurement Select Committee of Wiltshire Council is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 27 January 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a comprehensive review of the proposed Annual Budget for 2026/27 and the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for 2026/27 to 2028/29. Additionally, the committee will examine the Forward Work Programme and receive updates on various financial matters.
Cabinet - Tuesday 20 January 2026 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Wiltshire Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including plans for parking across the county, proposed changes to council tax premiums, and future waste service delivery arrangements. The meeting also included discussions on the provision of education at The Northwood Centre, the award of a contract for bus shelters, and a community asset transfer request from the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust.
Cabinet - Shareholder Group - Tuesday 20 January 2026 3.00 pm
The Cabinet - Shareholder Group of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to discuss the Stone Circle 2026/27 Business Plan and Financial Model. The meeting was also set to review the minutes of previous meetings and consider any urgent items or announcements from the Leader.
Extraordinary Meeting, Council - Wednesday 7 January 2026 10.30 am
Wiltshire Council's extraordinary meeting on 7 January 2026 saw a significant debate on the proposed disposal of St Stephen's Multi-Storey Car Park in Trowbridge, which was ultimately defeated by a tied vote. Councillors also discussed and approved an extension to the council tax premium on long-term empty homes, but rejected a proposal to introduce a premium on second homes.
Decisions from Meetings
50 decisions · Page 8 of 10
Exclusion of the Press and Public
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 16 September 2025 10.00 am - September 16, 2025
...to exclude the press and public from the meeting for Item Number 14 due to the likely disclosure of exempt financial or business information, where withholding that information was deemed to be in the public interest.
Recommendations Approved
Short Breaks Offer for Children and Young People with Additional Needs
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 16 September 2025 10.00 am - September 16, 2025
...to approve a new, inclusive, and needs-based approach to delivering Short Breaks activity for Children and Young People with SEND from April 2026, costing an estimated £1.1-1.3m, and to delegate authority to the Director, Education and Skills to ensure its completion.
Recommendations Approved
Safety Valve - Update and August Monitoring Report
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 16 September 2025 10.00 am - September 16, 2025
...Cabinet noted the monitoring update provided to the Department for Education in April 2025, along with the feedback received, and the increased financial risk and impact outlined in the Quarter 1 budget forecast.
For Determination
Trowbridge and Westbury Bat Mitigation Strategy to replace the Trowbridge Bat Mitigation Strategy (SPD)
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 8 July 2025 10.00 am - July 08, 2025
...the Cabinet of Wiltshire recommended Full Council approve the Trowbridge and Westbury Bat Mitigation Strategy to support the draft Local Plan, ensuring appropriate mitigation for development impacts on bat habitats linked to the Bath and Bradford-on-Avon Bats SAC, with a revised strategic approach applying to most qualifying developments and developer contributions sought for the Council-led mitigation scheme.
Recommendations Approved
Award of the new term Traffic Signal Maintenance Contract
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 8 July 2025 10.00 am - July 08, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 35
Average per Month: 1.4
Decisions Recorded: 50