Councillor County Stephen Atkinson

Lancashire Combined County Authority - Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 4.00 pm

The Lancashire Combined County Authority (LCCA) met to discuss governance models, local government reorganisation, and major programme updates. The LCCA approved a governance review and agreed to share it with the government, while also agreeing to note the intention to seek clarification from the government regarding additional funding and powers for a Mayoral Combined County Authority. The LCCA also supported the joint submission of proposals for the restructuring of local government in Lancashire.

Full Council - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 1.00 pm

The upcoming Full Council meeting is set to address a variety of topics, including community safety, the members' allowance scheme, and the annual review of overview and scrutiny. Councillors will also discuss committee appointments, the Lancashire County Pension Fund, and the council's meeting schedule for 2026/27.

Cabinet - Thursday, 9th October, 2025 2.00 pm

Lancashire County Council's cabinet convened to address critical issues, including budget challenges and service improvements. They approved an improvement plan, a direct payments policy, and a traffic regulation order, while also discussing school provisions and community safety.

Employment Committee - Tuesday, 30th September, 2025 2.00 pm

The Employment Committee met on Tuesday 30 September 2025 to discuss a number of staffing and remuneration issues. The committee approved the minutes from previous meetings, noted a decision made under the urgent business procedure, approved recommendations regarding the Local Pensions Partnership Limited Remuneration Report, and deferred a decision on Coroner salaries and fees. They also agreed to exclude the press and public from part of the meeting.

Lancashire Combined County Authority - Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 4.00 pm

The Lancashire Combined County Authority (LCCA) met to discuss and approve a vision and objectives document, the Lancashire Growth Plan, and a plan to get Lancashire working, while also agreeing to consult on a local transport plan. The board also discussed employment and workforce matters, budget monitoring, and engagement with the Great North Partnership[^2].