Councillor County John Potter

Community, Cultural, and Corporate Services Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 10.30 am

The Community, Cultural and Corporate Services Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the council's property strategy and the development of the Farington Cricket Facility. Key decisions included the endorsement of the Property Strategy Principles, which aim to ensure the council's property portfolio is fit for purpose, provides value for money, and enhances community engagement. The committee also reviewed the progress of the Farington Cricket Facility, focusing on its community use programme and ensuring its long-term viability.

Full Council - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 1.00 pm

The Full Council of Lancashire County Council met on Thursday, 12 March 2026, to discuss a range of important issues, including the council's budget for the upcoming financial year, highway maintenance, and drug policy. Key decisions made included the approval of the 2026/27 budget, which will see a council tax increase, and a motion condemning any attempts to scrap Northern Powerhouse Rail.

Budget Meeting, Full Council - Thursday, 26th February, 2026 1.00 pm

The Full Council of Lancashire County Council met on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to approve the 2026/27 budget. The council agreed to increase council tax by 3.8%, with a 1.8% increase for general services and a 2% increase for the adult social care precept. Several amendments proposed by opposition groups, including those from the Progressive Lancashire Group, Conservative Group, Liberal Democrat Group, Labour Group, and Our West Lancashire Group, were debated and subsequently defeated.

Extraordinary General Meeting, Full Council - Thursday, 26th February, 2026 12.55 pm

The Full Council of Lancashire County Council met on Thursday, 26 February 2026, to approve the appointment of a new Corporate Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer, and to debate and vote on the council's budget for the upcoming financial years. The meeting saw the approval of Gary Fielding for the permanent role of Corporate Director of Finance, with John Betts appointed as interim officer. Following this, the council engaged in extensive debate and voting on several budget amendments proposed by various political groups before ultimately approving the administration's budget.

Community, Cultural, and Corporate Services Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 10.30 am

The Community, Cultural and Corporate Services Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the future of Lancashire's libraries and the council's workforce. Key decisions included the withdrawal from the Libraries of Sanctuary designation and a commitment to further explore commercial opportunities within libraries. The committee also reviewed a comprehensive update on the council's workforce, highlighting ongoing challenges and future priorities, particularly in light of potential local government reorganisation.