Delegated decisions linked to this meeting

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• Scrutiny Annual Report 2025/26

  Recommendations Approved

  The Council of North Northamptonshire Council approved the draft Scrutiny Annual Report 2025/26 on 24 September 2026. The report summarises the work undertaken by the scrutiny function during the previous municipal year.

• Political Balance on Council Committees

  Recommendations Approved

  The Council of North Northamptonshire Council approved changes to political balance on council committees on 24 September 2026. The decision approved the revised allocation of seats for committees to recognised political groups in accordance with statutory proportionality requirements and the Constitution. Changes to committees will be approved by the Monitoring Officer in consultation with political group leaders.

• Planning Reform - Legislative Changes

  Recommendations Approved

  The Council of North Northamptonshire Council approved revisions to the constitution regarding the planning scheme of delegation on 24 September 2026. The council approved that the number of members on a planning committee or sub-committee will be retained at 13 members. The council also approved arrangements for the nominated officer and nominated member.

• Audit and Governance Committee Annual Report 2025/26

  Recommendations Approved

  The Council of North Northamptonshire Council approved the Audit and Governance Committee Annual Report for 2025/26 on 24 September 2026. The report summarises the committee's work in providing assurance on financial reporting, governance, risk management, and internal controls. Actions arising from a committee effectiveness self-assessment were included in the report.

• Motions on Notice

  Recommendations Approved

  The Council of North Northamptonshire Council on 24 September 2026 approved recommendations to rescind the Climate and Environment Emergency Declaration. The Council resolved to refocus the Carbon Management Plan, introduce Environmental Consideration Assessments, and reaffirm practical environmental responsibility.

• Director of Public Health Annual Report 2025-2026

  Recommendations Approved

  The Council of North Northamptonshire approved the Director of Public Health's Annual Report 2025-2026 and its recommendations on 24 September 2026. The report fulfils a statutory requirement under the Health and Social Care Act 2012.

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