County Mark Jewell | Councillor for Lancashire

Meetings Attended ^{Note this may include planned future meetings.}

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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 council's budget for 2026/27. The meeting saw the rejection of four opposition amendments before the main budget proposal was ultimately approved.

February 26, 2026, 1:00 pm

Full Council Committee Member

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 discuss and approve the council's budget for the upcoming financial years. The meeting also saw the appointment of a new Corporate Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer.

February 26, 2026, 12:55 pm

Cabinet County Councillor in Attendance.

Cabinet - Thursday, 5th February, 2026 2.00 pm

The Cabinet of Lancashire County Council met on Thursday, 5th February, 2026, to discuss the Q3 Corporate Performance Report, the 2026/27 draft budget, and the SEND capital programme. Key decisions included approving a 3.80% increase in Council Tax for the upcoming financial year and agreeing to consult on new special schools and expansions for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

February 05, 2026, 2:00 pm

Budget and Finance Scrutiny Committee Committee Member

Budget and Finance Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 5th February, 2026 9.30 am

The Budget and Finance Scrutiny Committee of Lancashire County Council met on Thursday, 5th February 2026, to review the Quarter 3 financial monitoring report for 2025/26. The meeting focused on the council's revenue and capital financial position, highlighting significant pressures in areas such as adult social care and children's services, alongside underspends in other areas. The committee also discussed the upcoming budget for 2026/27 and made recommendations for future work programmes.

February 05, 2026, 9:30 am

Health and Adult Services Scrutiny Committee Committee Member

Health and Adult Services Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 10.30 am

The Health and Adult Services Scrutiny Committee of Lancashire County Council met on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, to discuss the Care Quality Commission's (CQC) assessment of adult social care services and the proposed transformation priorities for 2026-27. The committee also debated proposed bed reductions at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary, ultimately deeming it a significant service change requiring public consultation.

February 03, 2026, 10:30 am

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Decisions from Meetings

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Report of the Employment Committee - Appointment of the Corporate Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer)

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

...approved the appointment of Gary Fielding as the Corporate Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer) and John Betts as the interim Section 151 Officer until Gary Fielding starts.

Recommendations Approved