Trevor Shonk

Regulation Committee - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 2.00 pm

The Regulation Committee convened to discuss public rights of way and planning enforcement. The committee noted a report on the work of the Public Rights of Way and Access Service, including challenges posed by application backlogs, and also reviewed ongoing planning enforcement cases, which were discussed in detail in a closed session due to confidentiality. Councillor Maxine Fothergill was elected as chair of the committee, and Mrs Bridget Porter was elected as vice chair.

Regulation Committee Member Panel - Monday, 6th October, 2025 11.30 am

The Kent County Council Regulation Committee Member Panel met on 6 October 2025 to discuss an application to divert part of Public Footpaths AU22 and AU17 in Kennington, Ashford. The proposal involves diverting the footpaths from the foot crossings known as Cradle Bridge and Bolleaux, with Network Rail applying for the changes in the interest of public safety. The report pack included a recommendation that the applicant be informed that an order to divert the footpaths would be made.

Crime & Disorder Committee, Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 2nd October, 2025 10.00 am

The Kent County Council Scrutiny Committee convened as the Crime and Disorder Committee to review the Kent Community Safety Agreement (CSA). The committee noted the refreshed Community Safety Agreement for April 2025, along with the year-end action plan and performance summary for 2024/25, and agreed to note partners for their hard work. Discussions covered actions undertaken over the previous year, emerging issues, and the importance of collaboration among various agencies to manage crime and disorder across Kent.

Regulation Committee Appeal Panel (Transport) - Monday, 22nd September, 2025 9.15 am

The Regulation Committee Appeal Panel (Transport) of Kent Council met on 22 September 2025 to discuss several appeals. The panel was scheduled to consider a motion to exclude the press and public from the meeting during discussion of the appeals, as they involved disclosure of information relating to individuals. The agenda also included an item for substitutes and any urgent items the chair decided to raise.

County Council - Thursday, 18th September, 2025 10.00 am

Kent County Council met on 18 September 2025, for its third meeting of the Reform Administration, during which councillors debated a range of issues, including the council's strategic direction, environmental policies, and senior management structure. A key decision was made to rescind the council's climate emergency declaration, a move that sparked considerable debate. The meeting also saw discussions on improving services, managing the council's finances, and responding to urgent needs within the community.