The Kent County Council is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 18th December 2025, to discuss a range of issues, including the annual reports on the Armed Forces Covenant and Corporate Parenting, a review of committees, and a motion regarding the water supply in Tunbridge Wells. They will also discuss pension pooling arrangements and political assistants.

Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report

The council is scheduled to discuss the Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report 2025. The report provides an overview of how the Kent County Council is meeting its commitments to the armed forces community under the Armed Forces Covenant¹. The report details a number of initiatives and activities undertaken to support armed forces personnel, veterans, and their families in Kent. These include:

• Healthcare: Improving access to healthcare services for veterans.
• Education and Employment: Providing support for education, training, and employment opportunities.
• Housing: Addressing the housing needs of armed forces families.
• Community Support: Fostering community integration and providing support through local services.

Corporate Parenting Annual Report

The council is scheduled to discuss the Corporate Parenting Annual Report. The report outlines the council's performance as a corporate parent² to children in care. The report is scheduled to include information on:

• The number of children in care in Kent.
• The educational attainment of children in care.
• The health and well-being of children in care.
• The stability of care placements.
• The participation of children in care in decision-making processes.

Motion for Time Limited Debate: Water Supply in Tunbridge Wells

A motion for a time-limited debate regarding the water supply in Tunbridge Wells is scheduled to be presented. The Motion - Liberal Democrat - Water Supply in Tunbridge Wells document indicates that the debate will focus on concerns about the reliability and quality of the water supply in the Tunbridge Wells area.

Committees Review

The council is scheduled to review its committee structure. The Committees Review - Covering report - CC 18 Dec outlines proposed changes to the composition and responsibilities of various committees.

Political Assistants

The council is scheduled to discuss a report on Political Assistants. The report provides information on the role and responsibilities of political assistants employed by the council.

Pension Pooling Arrangements

The council is scheduled to discuss pension pooling arrangements, with reference to the Government Pensions Review LGPS Asset Pooling document. This relates to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)³ and how its assets are managed collectively to improve investment efficiency.

Marine and Coastal Act Delegations Update

The council is scheduled to receive an update on delegations under the Marine and Coastal Act 2009. The Marine and Coastal Act 2009 Delegations to Officers - Report likely outlines which officers have the authority to make decisions related to marine and coastal management.

Appointment of Standards Independent Persons

The council is scheduled to consider the appointment of Standards Independent Persons. The IPS CC 18 Dec 2025 document relates to this appointment. Standards Independent Persons are individuals who provide independent oversight and advice on ethical standards within the council.