Councillor Ashley John Baxter

The Business and Infrastructure Board noted nine funding awards from the Growth Development Fund totalling £559,400 on 01 July 2026. Authority was delegated to the Chief Executive to enter into grant agreements and manage delivery in line with the Local Assurance Framework. Expenditure will be phased across financial years.

The Greater Lincolnshire Business and Infrastructure Board noted progress on the defence and security portfolio. This decision was made on 01 July 2026. The Board will continue to make representations to the Home Office regarding the RAF Scampton site disposal.

The Greater Lincolnshire Business and Infrastructure Board of Lincolnshire Council decided on 01/07/2026 to approve recommendations regarding the draft Greater Lincolnshire Housing Strategy. The Board noted progress, provided strategic direction, and endorsed the draft delivery plan for further refinement. The final Housing Strategy is to be submitted to the Combined Authority for approval on 2nd September 2026.

The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority - Employment and Skills Board noted changes to the national careers service and agreed to use its convening powers to bring together local stakeholders to lead local careers services. The Board supported the development of a new Labour Market Information action plan and officers in developing a proposal for GLCCA’s Investment Fund on 22/04/2026.