The Local Authority Governor Panel is scheduled to meet remotely on Monday 15 June 2026. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on school governor vacancies, with a particular focus on nominations for both existing and future positions.

Local Authority School Governor Vacancies

The panel is set to review the list of Local Authority School Governor Vacancies. This will involve considering applications for both current and future vacancies, with the aim of matching suitable candidates to the needs of various schools. The report pack details a significant number of vacancies across numerous schools, including Baden Powell Primary School, Bryn Celyn Primary School, Cantonian High School, and The Hollies School.

The report pack outlines the process for considering these nominations, which involves matching skills to vacancies. It also notes that some discussions may be held in private due to the confidential nature of the information being considered, as per Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972.

Nominations to Local Authority Governor Vacancies

A significant portion of the meeting is dedicated to nominations for Local Authority Governor Vacancies. This includes a review of existing vacancies, with applications received for schools such as Grangetown Primary School and Whitchurch Primary School.

Furthermore, the panel will consider nominations for future vacancies. This section of the agenda will cover a wide range of schools, including Adamsdown Primary School, Lakeside Primary School, and Moorland Primary School. The report pack indicates that some nominations may be for re-appointments, while others will be for new applicants.

The meeting is scheduled to be chaired by Councillor Merry, Deputy Leader & Cabinet Member for Education. Other attendees include Councillor Ash Lister (Cabinet Member for Childrens Services, Tackling Poverty & Supporting Young People (Cabinet Member Job Share)), Councillor Robert Hopkins, Councillor Sue Lent, Councillor Dilwar Ali, Councillor Sean Driscoll, and Councillor Joel Williams. Andrea Redmond is listed as a contact for the meeting.