Councillor County Stephen Atkinson

AGM, Lancashire Combined County Authority - Tuesday, 17th June, 2025 4.00 pm

The Lancashire Combined County Authority met to approve the budget, discuss governance models, and review progress on key initiatives. County Councillor Stephen Atkinson was appointed as Chair, and Councillor Phil Riley was appointed as Vice Chair. The authority approved the amended 2025/26 revenue budget and capital programme, accepted the Growing Places Fund from Lancashire County Council, and agreed to develop a localised Get Britain Working plan.

Extraordinary Meeting, Employment Committee - Monday, 16th June, 2025 10.00 am

The Employment Committee of Lancashire County Council met on 16 June 2025 to discuss the constitution, membership and terms of reference of the committee, note a decision made under urgent business procedures, and to longlist candidates for the role of Executive Director of Resources. The committee agreed to put forward candidates ranked as 'A' and 'B+' for a technical assessment for the role.

Cabinet - Thursday, 5th June, 2025 2.00 pm

Lancashire County Council's Cabinet met on 5 June 2025, and approved a number of measures including the allocation of the Growing Places Fund monies to the Lancashire Combined County Authority, and a review of the council's financial management. They also approved the closure of the sixth form at Moor Park High School.

Annual General Meeting, Full Council - Thursday, 22nd May, 2025 1.00 pm

At the Full Council meeting on 22 May 2025, Lancashire County Council elected Councillor Alf Clempson as Chairman and Councillor Lee Hutchinson as Vice-Chairman. The council also re-elected Councillor Stephen Atkinson as Leader of the County Council, who then announced his cabinet. Councillors approved the Constitution of the County Council for 2025/26 and the membership of various committees, as well as appointments to outside bodies including the Lancashire Combined Fire Authority.