The Cabinet of Gloucestershire Council is scheduled to consider a range of important reports at its meeting on Wednesday 18 March 2026. Key discussions are expected to focus on the council's strategic direction, climate change initiatives, and public transport.

Council Strategy Action Plan

A significant item on the agenda is the Council Strategy Action Plan, detailed in the document Cabinet 18th March 2026 - Council Strategy Action Plan - Copy. This report, accompanied by Appendix 1 - Draft Council Strategy Action Plan Final Version, outlines the proposed actions to guide the council's work. The discussion is likely to cover how the council will achieve its objectives and deliver on its manifesto pledges.

Gloucestershire's Sixth Annual Climate Change Report

The meeting will also review Gloucestershire's sixth annual climate change report 2024-25 publication, presented in the report Cabinet report 2024-5 Gloucestershire climate change sixth annual report March2026 - C. This report, which includes an Equalities Impact Assessment (For Cabinet - EqIA - sixth annual climate change report - 3.3.26 - Copy), will likely detail progress made in tackling climate change across the county and outline future strategies. This aligns with the council's commitment to environmental sustainability.

Public Transport Network Strategy

A discussion is scheduled regarding the Public Transport Network Strategy. This strategy aims to shape the future of public transport services within Gloucestershire, considering accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability.

Community 20s and Safer Roads

The Cabinet will also consider proposals related to Community 20s and Safer Roads, as detailed in the Cabinet Report March 2026 Safer Roads and Community 20s Appendix A. This agenda item includes supporting documents such as March 2026 Safer Roads and Community 20s Appendix B, March 2026 Safer Roads and Community 20s Appendix C, and an Equalities Impact Assessment (For Cabinet - Equalities Impact Assessment - Safer Roads and Community 20s - Copy). The discussions are expected to focus on initiatives to improve road safety and community well-being.

Gloucestershire County Council's Commercial Strategy

The Commercial Strategy - Cabinet Report v.3 - Copy for 2026-2028 is also scheduled for review. This strategy will likely outline the council's approach to commercial activities and procurement over the next two years.

Performance and Risk Monitoring

The Cabinet will receive a Performance and Risk Monitoring Report, which includes the Corporate Performance Risk and Financial Monitoring Q3 2025-26 Cabinet - Copy, Strategic Performance Scorecard Q3 2025-26 26.02.2026, and Strategic Risk Scorecard Q3 2025-26. This report provides an overview of the council's performance against its objectives and its management of key risks.

Other Discussions

Other items scheduled for discussion include:

• Response to the Government's Invitation to submit an Expression of Interest in forming a Foundation Strategic Authority: This relates to potential structural changes in local government. The relevant report is FSA Cabinet Report V4 - exc HW Thames Valley.
• Establishing a Joint Programme Local Government Reorganisation Implementation Programme: This item, detailed in Report - Establishing a Local Government Reorganisation Implementation Programme - Cop, concerns the practicalities of any local government restructuring.
• Approval to Establish a Procurement Route for Community Equipment: The report Report - Community Equipment will be presented for consideration.
• Best Start Family Hubs Grant Funding proposal: This proposal is outlined in the Cabinet Report - Best Start in Life grant funding Final - Copy, with an accompanying Equalities Impact Assessment (For Cabinet - EqIA Best Start cabinet report 2026 approved - Copy).
• Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) 2026–2029: The report CRF Cabinet Final - Copy and its Equalities Impact Assessment (For Cabinet - CRF EqIA Paper Final - Copy) will be discussed.
• Re-tender of contracts for Gloucestershire Adult and Young Carers Support: This is detailed in the Young Carers Cabinet Report March 2026 - Copy, which includes an Equalities Impact Assessment (For Cabinet - Stage 7 - EQIA Young Carers - Copy).
• Schedule of Proposed Disposals: The report Schedule of Proposed Disposals Cabinet Report v2 will be presented, noting that it contains exempt information.

The meeting will also allow for written questions from County Councillors and members of the public.