The Remuneration Sub-Committee (Appraisals) of Oxfordshire Council met on 14 August 2025 to discuss several items, including the mid-point appraisal review of the Chief Executive. The meeting also included the election of a chair and deputy chair for the upcoming council year. Councillors were reminded of the rules regarding declaration of interests.

Chief Executive Appraisal

The committee was scheduled to discuss the mid-point appraisal review of the Chief Executive, Martin Reeves. According to the agenda, the information related to this review was considered exempt under the Local Government Act 1972, Schedule 12A, Part 1, as it pertained to a particular individual. The agenda stated that:

the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information.

Election of Chair and Deputy Chair

The agenda included the election of a Chair and Deputy Chair of the Sub-Committee for the 2025-26 Council Year.

Public Participation

The agenda provided information for members of the public who wished to speak at the meeting, either in person or virtually. It stated that requests to speak must have been submitted by 9am three working days before the meeting, and written statements should have been submitted no later than 9am two working days before the meeting.

Declarations of Interest

Councillors were reminded of their duty to declare any disclosable pecuniary interests or other registrable interests. The agenda outlined what constitutes a disclosable pecuniary interest, including interests related to employment, sponsorship, contracts, land, licenses, corporate tenancies, and securities. Councillors were also reminded of the Members' Code of Conduct, which states that they must serve only the public interest and must never improperly confer an advantage or disadvantage on any person.