Councillor Andrew Last
Email: andrew.last@westnorthants.gov.uk
Council: West Northamptonshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Council - Thursday 27th November 2025 5.00 pm
The council of West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to meet on 27 November 2025, in The Great Hall at The Guildhall, Northampton.
Cabinet - Tuesday 11th November 2025 6.00 pm
West Northamptonshire Council's Cabinet met to discuss a range of issues, including housing management, budget adjustments for the Market Square project, and several annual reports related to safeguarding and education. The Cabinet approved a phased approach to bring housing services management back into the council, an increase to the Market Square capital budget, and the adoption of a policy statement for supporting children unable to attend school.
Cabinet - Monday 13th October 2025 6.00 pm
At a meeting of the West Northamptonshire Council Cabinet, members approved a new Family Help Strategy, endorsed an updated approach to locality-based prevention, and approved several service plans related to health protection and enforcement. The Cabinet also agreed to exclude the press and public to discuss the restoration of property for service use.
Council - Thursday 25th September 2025 6.00 pm
The Council of West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to meet on 25 September 2025, to discuss a range of issues including the West Northamptonshire Administration Delivery Plan, the Council Tax Reduction Scheme, and updates to the constitution. Councillors were also expected to discuss motions relating to smartphone use in schools, regeneration plans for Northampton, and support for vaccine programmes.
Council - Thursday 25th September 2025 5.00 pm
The Council of West Northamptonshire Council convened to consider nominations for Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen. The meeting was scheduled to include announcements from Councillor Alison Eastwood, Chairman of the Council, and Councillor Mark Arnull, Leader of the Council and Leader of the Reform UK Group. Councillors were also expected to address any urgent business and consider the exclusion of press and public for certain items.
Decisions from Meetings
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Housing Adaptations Policy, April 2026
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council approved the Housing Adaptations Policy on 10 March 2026. The decision grants delegated authority to the Head of Private Sector Housing to make minor amendments to the policy.
Recommendations Approved
Adult Social Care Provider Fee Uplifts
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 10/03/2026 to approve a 3.47% uplift for adult social care providers and introduced a new hourly rate of £22.89 for extra care providers. This decision aimed to meet statutory duties and ensure an equitable approach to supporting providers.
Recommendations Approved
Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) 2026–2029: Proposed Local Delivery Model for West Northamptonshire
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 10/03/2026 to approve the proposed Crisis and Resilience Fund local delivery model. They noted that the fund will be managed locally and requires delivery of four mandatory strands. Authority was delegated to the Head of Community Safety, Engagement and Resettlement, in consultation with the Director of Communities and Opportunities, to make operational decisions.
Recommendations Approved
Non-school Alternative Provision Framework
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council approved the procurement of a Non-School Alternative Provision framework on 10/03/2026. The decision included approval for a three-year contract term with an option to extend for up to two additional years. Delegated authority was provided to the Director of Children's Services to finalise the procurement process and execute contractual documentation.
Recommendations Approved
Landlord Services Q3 Performance Report 2025/26
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council noted the content of the Landlord Services Q3 Performance Report 2025/26 on 10/03/2026. The report provided an update on the performance of the Council's housing landlord services.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 26
Average per Month: 1.7
Decisions Recorded: 70