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SUBJECT: Car Cruising Crackdown Approved & Oasis House Support Secured

This week in West Northamptonshire:

Car Cruising Crackdown Approved

West Northamptonshire Council's Cabinet has approved a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to tackle anti-social car cruising across the area. This decision follows a public consultation where 61% of respondents supported the order.

  • Why it matters: Car cruising has been a persistent issue, causing noise pollution, dangerous driving, and disruption for residents and businesses. The PSPO aims to address these problems and improve community safety.
  • What it means: The PSPO prohibits activities such as speeding, revving engines, performing stunts, and spectating car cruising events in designated areas.
  • Where it applies: Problem areas include the Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal (DIRFT), Swan Valley, Sixfields, Red Lion Truckstop, Crick Industrial Estate and Moulton.
  • What's next: With the PSPO in place, the council and Northamptonshire Police will have greater powers to enforce restrictions and deter car cruising activities.

This decision builds on previous discussions about anti-social behaviour and community safety. Link to the meeting agenda.

Oasis House to Get New Support Services

The Cabinet also approved a plan to recommission support services at Oasis House, a supported housing facility for people with a history of or at risk of rough sleeping.

  • Why it matters: This decision ensures continued support for vulnerable individuals who need housing and related services to prevent or recover from rough sleeping.
  • What's changing: The council will commission a new support provider to deliver housing support services to residents at Oasis House, following Midland Heart's decision to withdraw from providing supported housing in the area.
  • How it's funded: The commissioned service will be funded from the government's Rough Sleeping Prevention and Recovery Grant.
  • What to expect: Consultations with stakeholders and service users will inform the recommissioning process, with the new service expected to begin on October 1, 2025.

This decision follows the council's acquisition of Oasis House in March 2025, demonstrating a commitment to addressing homelessness in the area. Link to the meeting agenda.

Council to Continue Using Microsoft Software

West Northamptonshire Council, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, and Northamptonshire Partnership Homes will continue to license Microsoft software after the Cabinet approved the renewal of the Microsoft Enterprise Subscription Agreement (ESA).

  • Why it matters: Microsoft software is essential for the council's operations, including data management, communication, and security.
  • What's included: The Microsoft software portfolio includes products such as Microsoft Server, Microsoft SQL Server1, Windows 10 and 11, Microsoft 3652, Microsoft Fabric3, Azure4 and Power Platform5.
  • What's at stake: Without the licenses, access to all Microsoft applications would cease, as well as access to files and data stored in the cloud, with the likelihood that these items would be deleted automatically.

This decision ensures the council can continue to use essential software and receive necessary support and updates. Link to the meeting agenda.

Pension Dashboard Data Matching Policy Discussed

The Pensions Fund Committee discussed a Pension Dashboard update and a draft data matching policy.

  • Why it matters: Pension dashboards will allow individuals to access their active and deferred pensions information online, securely, and mostly in one place, to support better retirement planning.
  • What's required: The Northamptonshire Pension Fund must connect to the Pensions Dashboards infrastructure by 31 October 2025 and be able to respond to find requests from the public by 31 October 2026.
  • How it works: To achieve a full match and an instant return of value data, scheme members must provide their core data of surname, date of birth and at least the first eight characters of their national insurance number.

The committee also discussed the Governance and Compliance Report, the updated Administering Authority Discretions Policy, the Administration Report and the Northamptonshire Pension Fund Committee Forward Agenda Plan. Link to the meeting agenda.

Health and Wellbeing Board Focuses on Prevention and SEND

The West Northamptonshire Health and Wellbeing Board discussed several key issues, including the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Improvement Plan, the Better Care Fund, and the West Northamptonshire Prevention Strategy.

  • SEND Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA): The board discussed the SEND JSNA and Joint Commissioning Strategy, which aim to improve outcomes and reduce inequalities for children and young people with SEND. Key issues include rising demand for SEND services, delays in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and waiting times for health services like speech and language therapy and CAMHS6.
  • Better Care Fund (BCF) Plan 2025/2026: The board discussed the BCF Plan for 2025/2026, which outlines how the council and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) will use pooled budgets to support health and social care integration. The new BCF objectives for 2025/2026 are to support the shift from sickness to prevention, and to support people living independently and the shift from hospital to home.
  • West Northamptonshire Prevention Strategy: The board discussed West Northamptonshire's approach to prevention, which focuses on creating conditions to enable good health and wellbeing, supporting residents to take an active role in maintaining their health, and addressing emerging problems earlier.
  • West Northamptonshire Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment: The board reviewed and endorsed the refreshed Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) for West Northamptonshire, which concludes that there are currently no gaps in the provision of pharmaceutical services, and that the current provision will be sufficient to meet future needs.
  • Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy Delivery Plan Summary: The board received an update on the West Northamptonshire Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy (JHWBS) Delivery Plan, which is underpinned by the Live Your Best Life vision and aligned with the Integrated Care Northamptonshire Strategy.
  • Director of Public Health Annual Report: The board noted the content of the Director of Public Health (DPH) Annual Report for 2024, which focuses on the promotion of healthy active ageing in West Northamptonshire.

These discussions highlight the board's commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of residents, particularly vulnerable groups. Link to the meeting agenda.

Planning Decisions on Residential and Commercial Developments

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee considered a range of planning applications, including residential developments, a change of use application, and applications relating to commercial and industrial development.

  • Land East of Towcester Road, Milton Malsor: The committee considered application 2023/0022/FULL for the erection of five residential dwellings (Use Class C3) with associated access and landscaping at Land East of Towcester Road, Milton Malsor. The planning officer's recommendation was to grant permission subject to conditions.
  • Land at Hill Farm, Upper Heyford: The committee discussed application 2024/1954/MAO, an outline application for up to 4,700 sqm of use class B2 or B87, with ancillary use class E office space at Land at Hill Farm, Upper Heyford. All matters were reserved except access. The planning officer's recommendation was to grant permission subject to conditions.
  • Land off Barby Road, Kilsby: The committee discussed application WND/2021/0777, an outline application for the construction of up to 19 dwellings with associated landscaping, open space, drainage infrastructure and associated works at Land off Barby Road, Kilsby. All matters were reserved except access from Barby Road. This was a revised scheme, reducing the number of units proposed from 44 to 19. The planning officer's recommendation was to grant permission subject to conditions and subject to a S106 legal agreement.
  • Land South of Boughton Road, Moulton: The committee discussed application WND/2022/0964 for the retention of deposited material and its remodelling through engineering works to create an area of Public Open Space as required under planning approval DA/2018/1042 at Land South of Boughton Road, Moulton. This application had been deferred from the 6 November 2024 meeting of North Planning Committee. The planning officer's recommendation was to grant permission subject to conditions and subject to a section 106 legal agreement.
  • 11 Cavendish Drive, Northampton: The committee discussed application 2025/0163/FULL for a change of use from a dwelling house (Use Class C3) to a children's care home (Use Class C2) at 11 Cavendish Drive, Northampton. The planning officer's recommendation was to refuse permission.
  • 5 Blossac Court, Northampton: The committee discussed application 2025/0656/FULL for a change of use from a dwelling house (Use Class C3) to a residential institution (Use Class C2) at 5 Blossac Court, Northampton. The planning officer's recommendation was to grant permission subject to conditions.
  • 15 Glovers Lane, Middleton Cheney: The committee discussed application 2025/0802/FULL for a single storey rear ground floor extension, first floor rear extension, attic conversion, new rooflights, replacement windows and associated works at 15 Glovers Lane, Middleton Cheney. The planning officer's recommendation was that the Assistant Director for Planning and Development be given delegated powers to grant permission for the development subject to conditions.
  • 68 The Drive, Northampton: The committee discussed application 2025/0376/FULL for the conversion of an existing family dwelling house (use class C3) to a 7 person house in multiple occupation8 (sui generis use) with single storey side and rear extensions, rear dormer window and associated alterations at 68 The Drive, Northampton. The planning officer's recommendation was that the Assistant Director for Planning and Development be given delegated powers to grant permission for the development subject to conditions.
  • Land adjacent to Bunkers Hill, Badby: The committee discussed application 2024/4180/FULL for the use of land for the stationing of caravans for residential purposes and the erection of a dayroom and ancillary hardstanding at Land adjacent to Bunkers Hill, Badby. The planning officer's recommendation was to grant permission subject to conditions.

These decisions will shape the future development of West Northamptonshire, balancing economic growth with environmental and community considerations. Link to the meeting agenda.

Audit and Governance Committee Reviews Risk Management and Governance

The Audit and Governance Committee reviewed internal audit progress, strategic risk management, and governance updates.

  • Internal Audit Progress: The committee received a report on the progress of the internal audit plan for 2024-25. The report included updates on work delivered by the Audit & Risk Service, as well as the Counter Fraud team and the Risk & Internal Controls team.
  • Strategic Risk Register: The committee reviewed the updated Strategic Risk Register, as of 31 March 2025. The Strategic Risk Register included 14 high-level significant risks, including Cyber Security, Cost of living impact, and Financial Sustainability.
  • Governance Update: The committee received an update on governance matters, including a new Information Governance and Data Management Strategy, the Storafile Document Storage Project, and the Annual Governance Statement.
  • External Audit Plan: The committee received the External Audit Plan from Grant Thornton, which sets out the planned scope and timing of the statutory audit of West Northamptonshire Council. The plan identifies significant risks requiring special audit consideration, including Management override of controls and Valuation of the pension fund net liability.
  • Terms of Reference: The committee reviewed its Terms of Reference, which sets out the purpose, responsibilities and functions of the Audit and Governance Committee.

These discussions ensure the council is effectively managing risks and maintaining good governance practices. Link to the meeting agenda.

Upcoming Meetings

  1. SQL Server is a relational database management system developed by Microsoft. ↩

  2. Microsoft 365 is a line of subscription services offered by Microsoft, which includes apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. ↩

  3. Microsoft Fabric is an end-to-end data analytics platform. ↩

  4. Azure is a cloud computing service created by Microsoft for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centres. ↩

  5. Microsoft Power Platform is a suite of business intelligence, app development, and automation tools. ↩

  6. CAMHS stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. They provide support and treatment for children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties. ↩

  7. According to the Planning Practice Guidance, Use Class B2 refers to general industrial use, while Use Class B8 refers to storage or distribution. ↩

  8. A house in multiple occupation (HMO) is a property rented out by at least 3 people who are not from 1 'household' (for example a family) but share facilities like the bathroom and kitchen. ↩

West Northants cracks down on car cruising + restaurant review

This week in West Northamptonshire:

Crackdown on Car Cruising Proposed

West Northamptonshire Council is considering a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to combat anti-social car cruising. The proposed order would give the council and Northamptonshire Police greater powers to address activities like racing and stunts, which have been a long-standing issue in the area.

  • Why it matters: Car cruising has negatively impacted residents, businesses, and road users, with events often leading to dangerous driving and noise pollution.
  • What's proposed: The PSPO would prohibit participating in or spectating car cruising activities, including speeding, revving engines, and performing stunts.
  • Where it's happening: Problem areas include the Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal, the A45 off Junction 16 of the M1, the Sixfields Roundabout, and the Moulton bypass on the A43, as well as in Middleton Cheney and Roade.
  • Public opinion: A public consultation showed that 61% of respondents supported the order, while 23% disagreed.
  • The bigger picture: Many neighboring authorities already have similar orders in place, potentially displacing car cruising events into West Northamptonshire.

The Cabinet will discuss the report on June 3rd. Link to the meeting agenda.

Licensing Review for Northampton Restaurant Over Shisha Lounge Concerns

The Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee met to discuss a review of the premises licence for Sultan's Kitchen, located at 145 Wellingborough Road, Northampton. The review was prompted by concerns that the restaurant's terraced area had been sub-let and was operating as an unlicenced shisha lounge called Bada Bing.

  • Why it matters: The council's Licensing Manager, Louise Faulkner, cited concerns related to all four licensing objectives: preventing crime and disorder, ensuring public safety, preventing public nuisance, and protecting children from harm.
  • What's alleged: The review application claims that Bada Bing operates outside the original operating schedule and plan for Sultan's Kitchen, leading to complaints of loud music, operation outside licensable hours, and anti-social behavior.
  • Who's involved: The premises licence holder is Sultans Kitchen 2023 Limited, with Michael Yilmaz and Ersan Karaoglan as directors. Sufiyan Ahmed is allegedly operating Bada Bing.
  • What's at stake: The sub-committee has several options, including modifying the licence conditions, suspending the licence, or revoking it altogether. Louise Faulkner recommended revoking the licence.
  • Community impact: Representations from the Environmental Protection Team, Health Protection Team, a local resident, Northamptonshire Police, and Rochmills Property Ltd were included in the report pack, highlighting concerns about noise, smoking inside the premises, and late-night disturbances.

The sub-committee met on May 29th to discuss the review. Link to the meeting agenda.

Solar Farm Planned Near Daventry

The Strategic Planning Committee was scheduled to discuss a planning application 2024/4395/MAF for a 6MW solar farm on land east of Crockwell Hill, near Daventry. The proposal includes approximately 15,300 photovoltaic (PV) panels, inverters, transformers, a control building, a substation, improved access, internal tracks, and deer fencing.

  • Why it matters: The development would contribute to renewable energy generation, but also involves the use of agricultural land.
  • Location: The 7.5-hectare site is located northeast of Daventry, near Watford village and Watford Gap Services.
  • Key considerations: The committee was scheduled to consider the impact on agricultural land, the character of the area, heritage assets, archaeology, ecology, and highway safety.
  • Public input: No public representations were received regarding this application.

The Strategic Planning Committee was scheduled to discuss the application on May 27th. Link to the meeting agenda.

Other Matters

  • Mini Europe Food Plus Licence Review: The Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee met to review the premises licence for Mini Europe Food Plus / Vistula Sklep on St. Leonard Road, Northampton, following the discovery of allegedly illicit tobacco products and vapes. Link to the meeting agenda.
  • Farthingstone Golf and Leisure Centre Licence Application: The Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Farthingstone Golf and Leisure Centre, which seeks permission for late-night refreshment, performance of dance, and 24-hour supply of alcohol for hotel residents. The council received 61 representations, with concerns raised about antisocial behavior and noise pollution. Link to the meeting agenda.
  • Norwood Farm Development: The Strategic Planning Committee was scheduled to discuss a reserved matters application for 278 dwellings, including 139 affordable houses, as part of the Norwood Farm Sustainable Urban Extension (SUE) near Harpole. Link to the meeting agenda.
  • Mercedes Benz Grand Prix Health Hub: The Strategic Planning Committee was scheduled to review an application for a health and well-being hub at the Mercedes Benz Grand Prix site in Brackley, including a restaurant, gym, and multi-faith area. Link to the meeting agenda.

Upcoming Meetings

Towcester cocktail lounge gets late-night licence approval

This week in West Northamptonshire:

Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee - Monday 19 May 2025

The Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee was scheduled to convene on 19 May 2025 to consider a new premises licence application for The Vault Cocktail Lounge, located at 130 Watling Street East, Towcester NN12 6BT. The sub-committee was asked to determine the application in accordance with section 18 the Licensing Act 20031. Objections from local residents included concerns about noise disruption, potential invasion of private parking, and waste management. Mr Anthony Walker submitted the application requesting permission for the sale of alcohol, live music, and recorded music, with proposed hours until midnight, Monday to Sunday. Following discussions with Mr Walker, amendments were requested to extend the opening hours to 00:30 to allow for drinking-up time. Further amendments were made after discussions with the Environmental Protection team, including restricting access to the outdoor courtyard area and limiting the use of recorded music.

One local resident, Brian Bollen, raised concerns about noise disruption, potential invasion of private parking, and waste management. He described the prospect of the licence being granted as a combination of disbelief and utter dismay at the prospect of wholesale destruction of what little peace and quiet exists in this vicinity. Another resident, Colin Clayson, objected to the application on the grounds of noise and disturbance to the residential Moat Lane Conservation Area2. The report pack indicated that Mr Walker agreed to several conditions with the Environmental Protection team and the police, including restricting access to the outdoor courtyard area, playing recorded music at background levels only, and holding live music performances indoors only.

The sub-committee was reminded of its duty to consider the application on its own merits, based on the licensing objectives and the South Northamptonshire Statement of Licensing Policy 2020 – 2025.

Senior Appointments Committee - Friday 23 May 2025

The Senior Appointments Committee met on Friday 23 May 2025 to discuss the appointment of a Director of Public Health (DPH). The meeting was held at One Angel Square, Northampton.

The appointment process was to be conducted in compliance with the council's constitution, specifically section 9.5 Staff Employment Rules. The report pack notes that if the panel decided that there was no suitable candidate, the post would have to be re-advertised.

The press and public were excluded from the meeting because the discussion was likely to involve the disclosure of exempt information as defined by Section 100(1) of the Local Government Act 19721 and paragraph 1 of Schedule 12A to the act.

  1. The Licensing Act 2003 is an Act of Parliament that covers the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment, and the provision of late night refreshment. ↩

  2. Conservation areas are designated to protect areas of special architectural or historic interest, the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance. ↩

West Northants: Council leadership elected, committee seats allocated

This week in West Northamptonshire:

  • The Local Pension Board met, but no video or transcript was provided.
  • The Council meeting included the election of a chair and vice-chair, and the allocation of seats to committees based on political balance.

Local Pension Board - Wednesday 14 May 2025

The Local Pension Board met on Wednesday 14 May 2025, but no video or transcript was provided.

Council - Thursday 15 May 2025

The West Northamptonshire Council meeting scheduled for 15 May 2025 included the election of a chair and vice-chair, the appointment of a leader, and the allocation of seats to committees based on political balance. Councillors were also expected to note the names of the leaders and deputy leaders of the political groups, as well as the members of the Cabinet.

Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman

The meeting was scheduled to begin with the election of the Chairman of West Northamptonshire Council, followed by the appointment of the Vice-Chairman.

Appointment of Leader of the Council

The council was expected to appoint the Leader of the Council.

Committee Proportionality and Appointments

The council was scheduled to discuss committee proportionality and the appointment of members to committees and other bodies. According to the report pack, the council is required to allocate seats on committees and sub-committees to political groups to give effect, as far as possible, to a number of principles:

  • Not all the seats on the Committee or sub-Committee are allocated to the same political group
  • The political group having a majority of seats on the Council should have a majority on each Committee and sub-Committee
  • The number of seats on the Council’s Committees and sub-Committees allocated to each political group bears the same proportion to the total number of such Committee seats as the number of members of that group bears to the membership of the full Council
  • Seats are allocated on each Committee and sub-Committee in the same ratio as exists on the authority.

The report pack notes that the council may only depart from these principles if no member votes against it.

The report pack also clarifies that these political balance provisions only apply directly to committees and sub-committees, and not to the Cabinet, Cabinet sub-Committees, joint Committees that exercised functions of the Cabinet, and the Health and Wellbeing Board.

The report stated that following the election on 1 May 2025, the political makeup of the council was 42 Reform UK, 17 Conservative, 9 Labour, 6 Liberal Democrat and 2 Independent councillors (un-grouped).

The following table shows the proposed allocation of seats between the committees:

Committee Reform UK Conservative Labour Liberal Democrat Independent /ungrouped Total
Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Committee* 7 3 1 1 1 13
Taxi & General Licensing Committee* 7 3 1 1 1 13
Strategic Planning Committee 7 3 2 1 0 13
Non-Strategic Planning Committee 7 3 2 1 0 13
Adult Care, Public Health & Wellbeing Scrutiny Committee 6 3 1 1 0 11
Place & Resources Scrutiny Committee 6 2 1 1 1 11
Children, Education and Housing Scrutiny Committee 6 3 1 1 0 11
Senior Appointments 4 1 1 1 0 7
Audit and Governance 4 1 1 0 0 6
Democracy and Standards 5 2 1 1 0 9
Pensions Committee 4 2 1 0 0 7
Total 63 26 13 9 3 114

*both Committees share the same membership.

Calendar of Meetings 2025-26

The council was scheduled to approve the calendar of meetings for 2025-2026. The draft calendar included dates for full council meetings, cabinet meetings, scrutiny committee meetings and other committee meetings.

Semilong & Trinity plan to referendum, Daventry warehouse

This week in West Northamptonshire:

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 22 April 2025

The West Northamptonshire Council Strategic Planning Committee was scheduled to meet on 22 April 2025 to discuss a reserved matters application for a warehouse and distribution unit in Daventry. The committee was also scheduled to confirm the minutes of their previous meeting. No video or transcript was provided for this meeting.

The committee was scheduled to consider application 2024/4534/MAR, a reserved matters application for Apex Park Phase 4 Site B on Entwistle Road, Daventry. The application from Prologis UK Ltd, seeks approval for access, layout, scale, appearance, and landscaping for a warehouse and distribution unit, including ancillary offices, landscaping, parking, and associated infrastructure. This is pursuant to condition 26 attached to hybrid planning permission DA/2019/0366.

The application site is a greenfield site with outline permission for industrial/warehouse development, allocated in the development plan for such use under Policy EC7. It's currently undeveloped, comprising a field bounded by mature hedges and trees. A bridleway (VB9) crosses the eastern edge, linking to the footpath network over an old rail bridge to the east at the Middlemore residential estate. A permissive footpath runs along the southern edge, forming part of a network around the outer edge of Apex Park.

The proposal involves the construction of an 8782.5sqm industrial/warehouse unit on a 3.91-hectare site, including 8009sqm of warehouse space and 472sqm of office space. It will also provide 71 parking spaces and a shelter for 30 bicycles. Extensive landscaping and remodelling are planned, including surface water attenuation ponds and an extension to the existing permissive footpath network.

The committee was scheduled to approve the minutes from the meeting held on 18 March 2025.

Planning Policy Committee - Wednesday 23 April 2025

The Planning Policy Committee were scheduled to meet to discuss the Grand Union and Oxford Canal Conservation Area, and the Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Plan. No video or transcript was provided for this meeting.

The committee was expected to consider the recommendations of the independent examiner on the Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Development Plan, and decide whether to send the plan to a referendum. They were also scheduled to discuss and agree to consult on the draft Grand Union and Oxford Canal Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan.

The Planning Policy Committee were scheduled to discuss the Grand Union and Oxford Canal Conservation Area Review Report. The report pack noted that the council has a statutory duty under the 1990 Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Areas) Act to review its conservation areas. The section of the Grand Union and Oxford Canal Conservation Area that is subject of this review was designated as a conservation area in 1995 and has not subsequently been reviewed. It has no up-to-date conservation area appraisal and management plan.

The report pack stated that in West Northamptonshire, the entirety of the Grand Union and Oxford Canals have been designated as Conservation Areas, with the exception of the length of the Northampton Arm of the Grand Union Canal from where it passes under the M1 Motorway to where it meets the River Nene in the centre of Northampton.

The Planning Policy Committee were scheduled to consider the Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Plan Report. The report pack summarised the process which has been followed to produce the Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Development Plan (STNDP) and presents the outcomes of the independent examination, including the Examiner’s recommendations.

The report pack noted that the Localism Act 2011 provided for a new neighbourhood planning regime that included Neighbourhood Development Plans (NDPs) that are a plan making power allowing local communities to shape development in their area. When “made” (or adopted), NDPs form part of the development plan alongside the Council’s currently adopted Part 1 and Part 2 Local Plans.

The report pack stated that the draft NDP was published by Northampton Town Council for public consultation under Regulation 14 between 18 August 2023 and 30 September 2023. Following submission of the STNDP to West Northamptonshire Council in July 2024, the plan was published for formal Regulation 16 consultation. The consultation period ran from 14 October to 1 December 2024.

The report pack stated that the referendum will take place on 19 June 2025 and will be held at two polling stations:

  • Semilong Community Centre, Norfolk Terrace NN2 6HS
  • Alliston Gardens Youth & Community Centre, 2 Adelaide Street, Semilong NN2 6AR

Taxi & General Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday 23 April 2025

The Taxi & General Licensing Sub-Committee of West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to convene on Wednesday 23 April 2025, to discuss an application to renew a private hire vehicle driver's licence. No video or transcript was provided for this meeting.

The Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider an application to renew a private hire vehicle driver's licence. According to the agenda, the report pack contained information relating to an individual, which is why the press and public were scheduled to be excluded from this part of the meeting, as per the Local Government Act 1972.

Recent meetings
Senior Appointments Committee

Senior Appointments Committee - Wednesday 11th June 2025 10.45 am

The Senior Appointments Committee of West Northamptonshire Council convened to discuss the appointment of an Executive Director of People. The agenda included a single item regarding this appointment. The meeting was scheduled to be held at One Angel Square, Northampton.

June 11, 2025
Taxi & General Licensing Sub-Committee

Taxi & General Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday 10th June 2025 10.00 am

The Taxi & General Licensing Sub-Committee of West Northamptonshire Council met on 10 June 2025 to discuss applications for new private hire driver's licences. The agenda included three such applications. Prior to this, the committee was scheduled to appoint a chair for the meeting and to receive declarations of interest from members.

June 10, 2025
Children, Education and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Children, Education and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 10th June 2025 6.00 pm

The Children, Education and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss its remit and key priorities for the coming year. The committee was also scheduled to discuss its work programme for 2025/26.

June 10, 2025
Democracy and Standards Committee

Democracy and Standards Committee - Tuesday 10th June 2025 6.00 pm

The Democracy and Standards Committee were scheduled to meet to discuss the register of members' interests, the member onboarding programme, the government's consultation on strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities, and the committee's work programme.

June 10, 2025
Northamptonshire Integrated Care Partnership

Northamptonshire Integrated Care Partnership - Tuesday 10th June 2025 1.00 pm

The Northamptonshire Integrated Care Partnership met to discuss integrated neighbourhoods, changes to the role for Integrated Care Boards[^1], progress on the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Action Plan, and the Anchor Institutions Network. The meeting was also scheduled to include a verbal report on Care Quality Commission (CQC) assurance for local authorities and partners.

June 10, 2025
Non-Strategic Planning Committee

Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 5th June 2025 4.00 pm

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee scheduled a meeting to discuss a range of planning applications, including residential developments, a care home conversion, and industrial developments. The meeting was scheduled to include discussion of applications in Badby, Kilsby, Milton Malsor, Moulton, and Upper Heyford, as well as several in Northampton. The committee was also scheduled to discuss the minutes of previous meetings of the North and South Planning Committees.

June 05, 2025
Pensions Fund Committee

Pensions Fund Committee - Tuesday 3rd June 2025 4.00 pm

The Pensions Fund Committee were scheduled to meet to discuss the governance and compliance of the Northamptonshire Pension Fund, as well as the fund's administration and performance. Also on the agenda was the Administering Authority Discretions Policy, and a Pension Dashboard update.

June 03, 2025
West Northamptonshire Health and Wellbeing Board

West Northamptonshire Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday 3rd June 2025 2.00 pm

The West Northamptonshire Health and Wellbeing Board was scheduled to discuss a range of topics, including updates on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Improvement Plan, the Better Care Fund, and the West Northamptonshire Prevention Strategy. The board was also expected to review and endorse the refreshed Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment and the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy Delivery Plan. Finally, the Director of Public Health's annual report was scheduled to be presented.

June 03, 2025
Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday 3rd June 2025 6.00 pm

The West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) Cabinet met to discuss Microsoft software licensing, a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to address car cruising, and support services for people at risk of rough sleeping. The cabinet authorised the Executive Director of Resources to procure Microsoft software, resolved to make a PSPO to tackle car cruising, and approved recommissioning a support provider for people at risk of rough sleeping at Oasis House.

June 03, 2025
Audit and Governance Committee

Audit and Governance Committee - Monday 2nd June 2025 6.00 pm

The Audit and Governance Committee of West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to convene on 2 June 2025 to address a range of topics, including internal audit progress, strategic risk management, and governance updates. The agenda included reviewing the committee's terms of reference, an external audit plan from Grant Thornton, and a discussion on the council's work programme. Additionally, the committee was expected to consider the exclusion of the press and public from certain discussions.

June 02, 2025
Upcoming meetings
Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 16th June 2025 6.00 pm

June 16, 2025
Strategic Planning Committee CANCELLED

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 17th June 2025 2.00 pm

June 17, 2025
Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee

Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday 18th June 2025 10.00 am

June 18, 2025
Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee

Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday 18th June 2025 1.00 pm

June 18, 2025
Planning Policy Committee

Planning Policy Committee - Wednesday 18th June 2025 6.00 pm

June 18, 2025
Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel

Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel - Thursday 19th June 2025 12.30 pm

June 19, 2025
Adult Social Care and Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Adult Social Care, Health and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 23rd June 2025 6.00 pm

June 23, 2025
Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee

Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee - Monday 23rd June 2025 10.00 am

June 23, 2025
Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday 24th June 2025 6.00 pm, PROVISIONAL

June 24, 2025
Council

Council - Thursday 26th June 2025 5.00 pm

June 26, 2025