Councillor Sam French

Growth Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 10th June, 2025 10.00 am

The Growth Scrutiny Committee convened to discuss its role and responsibilities, receive introductions to key service areas, and review its work programme for the coming year. Members agreed to endorse the presentations and verbal updates they received, and requested that the County Farm Strategy be brought to the committee at the earliest opportunity. The committee also requested a verbal update on the relationship between Lincolnshire County Council and the Mayoral Combined Authority at the next meeting.

Overview and Scrutiny Management Board - Thursday, 29th May, 2025 10.00 am

The Overview and Scrutiny Management Board met to discuss the Theddlethorpe Geological Disposal Facility Community Partnership, and the Strategic Technology Partner Contract Award, before reviewing their work programme for the coming year. The board voted to recommend that the executive immediately withdraw from the Theddlethorpe Geological Disposal Facility Community Partnership. They also voted to support the recommendation to the executive regarding the Strategic Technology Partner Contract Award.

Council - Friday, 23rd May, 2025 10.30 am

Councillor Steve Bunney was elected as the new Chairman of the council, and Councillor Mike Beecham was appointed as Vice Chairman. Councillors debated and voted on amendments to the council's constitution, including the structure of scrutiny committees, but ultimately approved the proposed changes. Councillor Sean Matthews was elected as the Leader of the Council, and he outlined his priorities for the coming term, including reducing council debt and protecting Lincolnshire's countryside.