Colette Wyatt-Lowe

County Council - Tuesday, 20 October 2026 - 10.00 am

County Council - Tuesday, 21 July 2026 10.00 am

The County Council of Hertfordshire met on Tuesday 21 July 2026 to discuss a range of matters, including proposed changes to the Council's constitution, the Hertfordshire Youth Justice Plan for 2026-28, and several motions submitted by councillors on topics such as prostate cancer awareness, utility company works, and the placement of looked-after children. The meeting's agenda also included reports from the Overview and Scrutiny Committee and the Health Scrutiny Committee, as well as the appointment of an interim Section 151 Officer.

County Council - Tuesday, 19 May 2026 - 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council meeting saw the election of Councillor Sandy Walkington as the new Chairman and Councillor Stephen Graham Watson as Vice-Chairman. Key discussions included the allocation of seats on council committees to ensure political proportionality, the appointment of chairs and vice-Achairs for various committees, and a motion opposing proposed national policing reforms that would replace county forces with regional ones. The council also debated and ultimately approved a revised budget and medium-term financial strategy for 2026/27 to 2029/30, alongside a motion to support the continuation of Hertfordshire's own police force.

Health Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 15 May 2026 10.00 am

The Health Scrutiny Committee met to review its work programme for the upcoming year, discussing key areas such as GP access, palliative care, and the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Significant concerns were raised regarding digital exclusion in accessing GP services, long waiting times for phlebotomy, and the need for improved communication and coordination of palliative care services across Hertfordshire.

Public Health & Community Safety Cabinet Panel - Thursday, 23 April 2026 - 10.00 am

The Public Health and Community Safety Cabinet Panel met on Thursday 23 April 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including an update on policing and crime, the adoption of a new strategy to combat violence against women and girls, and progress reports from Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service. Key decisions included the approval of a £15 increase to the police precept and the noting of the new Hertfordshire VAWG Strategy 2026-2029.