Chris Miller

Environment Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 19th June, 2026 10.00 am

The Environment Scrutiny Committee of Lincolnshire Council met on Friday 19 June 2026 to discuss significant operational changes at Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs), the progress of the Greater Lincolnshire Groundwater Project, and performance reporting for the Environment services. A key decision was made to recommend the implementation of a booking system for all HWRCs, alongside infrastructure improvements, to address increasing pressures on the service. The committee also reviewed the ongoing work of the Greater Lincolnshire Groundwater Project and its legacy, and discussed performance against targets for waste management and flood risk management.

Executive - Tuesday, 9th June, 2026 10.30 am

The Executive of Lincolnshire Council met on Tuesday 9 June 2026, approving a new Minerals and Waste Local Plan, adopting a Local Nature Recovery Strategy, and endorsing a Children in Care and Care Leavers Strategy. The meeting also saw the approval of a contract extension for the Housing Related Support Service, the adoption of the Council Plan Performance Framework for 2026, and appointments to various outside bodies.

Environment Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 15 May 2026 - 10.00 am

The Environment Scrutiny Committee met on Friday 15 May 2026 to discuss a range of environmental issues, including updates on the Lincolnshire Coast 2100+ programme, the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, and the Lincolnshire Minerals and Waste Local Plan. The committee also reviewed a surface water scheme in Cherry Willingham, considered carbon capture technology, and discussed its work programme.

Environment Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 13 February 2026 - 10.00 am

The Environment Scrutiny Committee met on Friday 13 February 2026 to discuss the Humber 2100+ flood risk management strategy, a new Environment Policy, and performance reporting for waste and flooding services. The committee acknowledged the progress on the Humber 2100+ programme and recommended continued support for the initiative. They also supported the proposed new Environment Policy, with a summary of their comments to be passed to the Executive. Performance in waste management was noted as below target for recycling rates, though household waste collected per household was below target, which was viewed positively. Flood investigation reports were all completed within the six-month target.

Growth Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 - 10.00 am

The Growth Scrutiny Committee of Lincolnshire Council met on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to discuss budget proposals for 2026/2027, review car park charges at the Queen Elizabeth II Lincolnshire Coastal Country Park, and consider the committee's work programme. The committee also reviewed minutes from previous meetings and received updates on various council initiatives.