Councillor Ronald Firman
Email: ronald.firman@westnorthants.gov.uk
Council: West Northamptonshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
10 meetings · Page 2 of 2
Adult Social Care, Health and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 14th October 2025 6.00 pm
The Adult Social Care, Health and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee were scheduled to discuss the Community Safety Partnership Annual Report, and the draft Domestic Abuse Strategy at their meeting. They were also scheduled to be advised of the new prioritisation toolkit endorsed by the Overview and Scrutiny Triangulation Group, and to review their work programme for the 2025-26 municipal year.
Council - Thursday 25th September 2025 6.00 pm
The Council of West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to meet on 25 September 2025, to discuss a range of issues including the West Northamptonshire Administration Delivery Plan, the Council Tax Reduction Scheme, and updates to the constitution. Councillors were also expected to discuss motions relating to smartphone use in schools, regeneration plans for Northampton, and support for vaccine programmes.
Council - Thursday 25th September 2025 5.00 pm
The Council of West Northamptonshire Council convened to consider nominations for Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen. The meeting was scheduled to include announcements from Councillor Alison Eastwood, Chairman of the Council, and Councillor Mark Arnull, Leader of the Council and Leader of the Reform UK Group. Councillors were also expected to address any urgent business and consider the exclusion of press and public for certain items.
Council - Thursday 26th June 2025 5.00 pm
West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to meet on 26 June 2025 at The Great Hall at The Guildhall, Northampton. The agenda included the presentation of annual reports from overview and scrutiny committees, a review of the council's flag protocol, and a discussion on setting allowances for council members. Councillors were also expected to discuss regional devolution, youth services, and support for children in care.
Annual meeting, Council - Thursday 15th May 2025 5.00 pm
The West Northamptonshire Council meeting scheduled for 15 May 2025 included the election of a chair and vice-chair, the appointment of a leader, and the allocation of seats to committees based on political balance. Councillors were also expected to note the names of the leaders and deputy leaders of the political groups, as well as the members of the Cabinet.
Decisions from Meetings
9 decisions · Page 1 of 2
2025/2236/MAR - Land at Norwood Farm, Sandy Lane, Harpole
From: Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 18th November 2025 3.00 pm - November 18, 2025
...approval was granted, subject to conditions, for the reserved matters (appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale) for 233 residential dwellings, associated infrastructure, and landscaping at Phase 2A of the Norwood Farm development.
Recommendations Approved
2024/0672/MAO - Land North West of Upper High Street, Harpole
From: Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 18th November 2025 3.00 pm - November 18, 2025
... to grant permission, subject to conditions and a Section 106 legal agreement, for a hybrid planning application (reference 2024/0672/MAO) to build 100 dwellings with full planning permission and 350 dwellings with outline planning permission on land north west of Upper High Street, Harpole, including associated infrastructure and open space.
Recommendations Approved
2025/3716/S73 - Bullers Grounds Farm, Moreton Pinkney
From: Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 6th November 2025 6.00 pm - November 06, 2025
Recommendations Approved
2025/2220/FULL - Stagecoach, Unit 11 Minton Business Centre, Main Road, Far Cotton
From: Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 6th November 2025 6.00 pm - November 06, 2025
Recommendations Approved
2024/4126/MAF - Land Surrounding Aynho Park House, Aynho Park, Aynho
From: Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 6th November 2025 6.00 pm - November 06, 2025
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 10
Average per Month: 1.3
Decisions Recorded: 9