Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 13, 2026

Purpose:

Content: (i)              That the receipt of a letter from the Minister for Local Government & Homelessness in respect of the invitation for Councils to seek postponement of local authority elections in May 2026, be noted;   (ii)             That it be agreed that elections to Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council will proceed as planned in May 2026;   (iii)           That it be noted that the Leader and Chief Executive will confirm to the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government by 15th January 2026 that there is no change to the planned elections for May 2026.