Commencement of New Local Plan
August 20, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
Cabinet Member for Highways, Street Scene & Flooding, Cllr Nick Holder, decided on 25 June 2026 to approve the introduction of waiting restrictions and a 20mph zone near Alderbury and West Grimstead Primary School. This decision includes the implementation of double yellow lines, restricted loading times, school keep clear markings, and a 20mph zone. The developer will cover the costs for extending the 20mph zone to Firs Road and Woodlea Grange.
Cabinet decided on 25 June 2026 to approve the preparation of the Wiltshire Local Plan, incorporating minerals and waste matters, and to publish the associated timetable and notice of intention to commence. This decision also updates the Local Development Scheme to include accommodation needs for Gypsies and Travellers within the Wiltshire Local Plan and authorises the Director of Planning, Economy and Climate to take necessary steps for consultation and plan preparation. The plan aims to be adopted by April 2029.
Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, SEND, Education and Skills, Cllr Laura Mayes, decided on 20 August 2026 to approve the progression of an enhanced end-to-end model for the Fostering South West Hub. This decision will be implemented on a phased basis under existing officer delegations.
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Details
| Reference | Call-ins0 |
| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Effective from | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Expected date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Originally due | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Lead officer | Georgina Clampitt-Dix, Geoff Winslow |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |