Councillor Wendy Brackenbury
Email: wendy.brackenbury@northnorthants.gov.uk
Council: North Northamptonshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
52 meetings · Page 1 of 11
Council - Thursday 11th December, 2025 6.00 pm
The upcoming North Northamptonshire Council meeting will address key issues including the adoption of a new Corporate Plan, approval of the Corporate Parenting Board's annual report, and proposed changes to council tax premiums. Councillors will also discuss the Youth Justice Plan, the Local Council Tax Support Scheme, and a Community Governance Review.
Children's, Young Persons & Education Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 25th November, 2025 7.00 pm
The Children's, Young Persons & Education Scrutiny Committee convened to discuss educational outcomes, inclusion, and the progress of children in care. The committee approved recommendations for improving educational standards, supporting inclusive practices, and enhancing support for vulnerable students. They also reviewed and approved the committee's work programme for the coming year.
Council - Thursday 30th October, 2025 6.00 pm
North Northamptonshire Council met to discuss the Northamptonshire Youth Justice Plan, and to agree changes to the political balance on council committees. The council approved the recommendations set out in the Northamptonshire Youth Justice Plan 2024/25, and also approved changes to political balance on its committees.
Children's, Young Persons & Education Scrutiny - Monday 8th September, 2025 7.00 pm
The Children, Young Persons & Education Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), Family Hubs, and school attendance issues in North Northamptonshire. The committee noted positive developments in MASH and the continued focus on early intervention. Members also requested regular updates on the effectiveness and impact of Family Hubs, and on attendance, elective home education and alternative provision.
Council - Wednesday 3rd September, 2025 6.00 pm
At a meeting on 3 September 2025, North Northamptonshire Council discussed a range of issues, including public health, the appointment of independent persons, and political balance on council committees. Councillors approved the Director of Public Health’s annual report, the establishment of an Independent Remuneration Panel, and a scheme for the enrolment of Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen. They also voted on several motions, approving those related to planning committees and business rates, while rejecting motions concerning a planning issue in Loddington/Cransley, service harmonisation and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Decisions from Meetings
96 decisions · Page 18 of 20
Motions on Notice
From: Council - Thursday 17th October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 17, 2024
...to approve motions urging the government to reverse its decision to block Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners not receiving benefits and to provide information and funding to North Northamptonshire Council regarding the potential impact of removing VAT exemptions on private school fees.
No
Request for Dispensation for Attendance
From: Council - Thursday 17th October, 2024 6.00 pm - October 17, 2024
Recommendations Approved
Appointment of co-opted Town and Parish representatives to the Democracy and Standards Committee
From: Democracy and Standards Committee - Monday 7th October, 2024 7.00 pm - October 07, 2024
...to defer consideration of appointing co-opted Town and Parish representatives to the Democracy and Standards Committee until the next meeting.
Recommendations Approved
Community Governance Reviews
From: Democracy and Standards Committee - Monday 7th October, 2024 7.00 pm - October 07, 2024
...to undertake Community Governance Reviews regarding the electoral arrangements for Town and Parish Councils, following the outline timetable provided.
Recommendations Approved
NE/24/00487/FUL - Newbrook Farm, Islington, Titchmarsh, NN14 3DG
From: Planning Committee (North) - Wednesday 2nd October, 2024 7.00 pm - October 02, 2024
...to grant planning permission for application NE/24/00487/FUL - Newbrook Farm, Islington, Titchmarsh, NN14 3DG, subject to the conditions outlined in paragraph 11 of the officer's report.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 52
Average per Month: 2.3
Decisions Recorded: 96