Rory Gow

Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 29th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the council farms strategy, approve the committee's work programme for the coming year, and hear updates from cabinet members. The committee approved recommendations for a workshop on the council farms strategy, the work programme, and actions for the Cabinet Member for Transport. The committee also heard updates on the Pydar regeneration project in Truro and Newquay Spaceport.

Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 22nd July, 2025 10.30 am

Cornwall Council scheduled a meeting for 22 July 2025, to discuss a range of topics from public questions to motions regarding devolution, health priorities, and environmental concerns. Also on the agenda was the Audit Committee Annual Report, re-appointment of a Harbours Board member, and the Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicle Licensing Policy.

West Sub-Area Planning Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 10.00 am

The West Sub-Area Planning Committee of Cornwall Council met on 21 July 2025, and approved the demolition of a dwelling in Hayle, and the conversion of farm buildings in Redruth, while also delegating authority to the Chief Planning Officer for both. They also deferred a decision on the construction of houses in Redruth pending a site inspection, and refused permission in principle for a housing scheme in Helston.

Together for Families Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Together for Families Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the work programme for 2025-26 and to provide feedback on the Cornwall Joint SEND Commissioning Strategy and the Cornwall SEND Strategic Plan, recommending that the Cabinet approve both strategies, with the inclusion of an ambition to reach 100% compliance.

Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 1st July, 2025 10.00 am

The Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to elect a chairman and vice-chairman, hear updates from cabinet members, and address a public question about the Newquay spaceport. Councillor Connor Donnithorne was elected Chairman, and Councillor Rory Gow was elected Vice Chairman. The committee also discussed housing and temporary accommodation, transport, and the Newquay spaceport.