Cllr Robert Smith

Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel - Wednesday 4 February 2026 10.30 am

Children's Select Committee - Wednesday 21 January 2026 10.30 am

The Children's Select Committee of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to discuss a range of important topics, including school attendance, support for young people not in education, employment, or training (NEET), and the outcomes of a targeted free swimming trial. The committee was also set to receive updates from the Department for Education and review the council's forward work programme.

Licensing Committee - Monday 19 January 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Committee of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to discuss updates from various council teams, including Passenger Transport, Taxi Licensing, and Public Protection. A key item on the agenda was the minutes from the Eastern Area Licensing Sub Committee concerning an application for a Premises Licence for Bromham Community Hub.

Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel - Thursday 15 January 2026 10.30 am

The Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel met on 15 January 2026 to discuss the Police and Crime Commissioner's (PCC) draft budget for 2025-26 and the associated precept consultation. The panel also reviewed the forward work plan and discussed communications strategies. A key decision made was to note the report and the planned consultation process with Wiltshire and Swindon residents regarding the proposed precept increase.

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.