The Community Safety Select Committee was scheduled to consider a range of issues relating to public safety and environmental concerns. Key topics included a scrutiny review of alley gates, a progress report on fly-grazed horses, and the council's annual air quality report.

Scrutiny Review of Alley Gates

The committee was scheduled to receive information from Cleveland Police concerning a scrutiny review of alley gates. Alley gates are often installed to deter crime and anti-social behaviour in residential areas.

Monitoring the Impact of Previously Agreed Recommendations – Fly-Grazed Horses

A progress report was scheduled to be presented on the impact of recommendations previously made following a review into fly-grazed horses. Fly-grazing occurs when horses are left on land without the owner's permission, often leading to environmental damage and welfare concerns.

Air Quality – SBC Annual Status Report 2026

The committee was scheduled to review the Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council (SBC) Annual Status Report for 2026 concerning air quality. This report would likely detail the state of air quality within the borough and any measures being taken to improve it.

Chair's Update and Select Committee Work Programme 2026-2027

Councillor Mrs Ann McCoy, Chair of the Community Safety Select Committee, was scheduled to provide an update. The committee was also scheduled to consider its work programme for the upcoming year, 2026-2027. Gary Woods, Senior Scrutiny Officer, was available for members of the public to contact for further information regarding the meeting.

The meeting was scheduled to be filmed for live and/or subsequent broadcast on the council's website. Those attending were informed that their presence and any representations made would be considered consent to being filmed.