Alan Cecil

Governance and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 25th March, 2026 10.00 am

The Governance and Audit Committee of Kent County Council met on 25 March 2026 to discuss the external audit plans for the council and its pension fund, review the council's risk management strategy, and receive updates on counter fraud activities and schools' financial management. Key decisions included the approval of the updated Risk Management Policy and Strategy for 2026-2028.

County Council - Thursday, 19th March, 2026 10.00 am

The Kent County Council meeting on 19 March 2026 saw councillors approve the annual budget, including a 3.99% increase in council tax, and discuss the council's position on government proposals for local government reorganisation. The meeting also included tributes to former councillors and a debate on the council's pay policy.

Budget Meeting, County Council - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 9.30 am

The County Council of Kent Council met on Thursday 12 February 2026 to discuss and vote on the proposed budget for 2026-27. The council approved the budget, which includes a 3.99% increase in council tax, after extensive debate and consideration of several amendments.

Governance and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 10.00 am

The Governance and Audit Committee of Kent County Council met on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to review the Corporate Risk Register, discuss the performance of the council's wholly-owned companies, and receive updates on external audit progress. Key decisions included noting the Corporate Risk Register, which highlighted increased risks in budget variances and the delivery against the Safety Valve Agreement, and reviewing the financial performance of the council's subsidiary companies, with a focus on dividend returns and operational challenges.

County Council - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 10.00 am

The County Council convened on Thursday, 18 December 2025, to discuss a range of significant matters including the implementation of the Armed Forces Covenant, proposed changes to committee structures, and the annual report on corporate parenting. The meeting also addressed the critical issue of water supply failures in Tunbridge Wells and reviewed the council's strategic direction.