Sam Walmsley

Southern Planning Committee Committee Member

Southern Planning Committee - Tuesday, 22nd July, 2025 2.00 pm

The Southern Planning Committee of Shropshire Council met on 22 July 2025, and approved the extension of Morville Quarry, granted permission for alterations to Hope Valley Nature Reserve, and approved a single-storey extension to a cottage in Wistanstow. Councillors also refused a proposed residential development in Longville in the Dale.

Council Committee Member

Council - Thursday, 17th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Shropshire Council was scheduled to discuss the financial outturn for 2024/25, the constitution of committees, a domestic abuse safe accommodation strategy, and appointments to outside bodies at its meeting on 17 July 2025. Councillors were also expected to consider motions relating to roadside verges and planning policy.

Economy and Environment Overview and Scrutiny Committee Vice-Chair

Economy and Environment Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 10th July, 2025 2.00 pm

The Economy and Environment Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Shropshire Council met on 10 July 2025, and among the topics discussed was a petition for a skateboard facility and pump track in Oswestry, and questions raised by members on topics including the usage of Household Recycling Centres and fly tipping. The committee also reviewed the Shropshire Safeguarding Community Partnership Annual Report 2023/24 and discussed the Community Safety Partnership Prioritisation Strategy 2025/26.

Southern Planning Committee Committee Member

Southern Planning Committee - Tuesday, 24th June, 2025 2.00 pm

The Southern Planning Committee of Shropshire Council scheduled a meeting to discuss several planning applications, appeals, and other related matters. The agenda included applications for residential development, quarry variations, nature reserve improvements, and property extensions. Additionally, the committee was expected to review a schedule of appeals and decisions.

Transformation and Improvement Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Transformation and Improvement Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 9th June, 2025 10.00 am

The Transformation and Improvement Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Shropshire Council met to discuss a range of topics, including member bullying and harassment, financial performance, and the council's work programme. The committee was also scheduled to review the progress against the Shropshire Plan.