Councillor Colin William Horncastle
Email: Colin.Horncastle@northumberland.gov.uk
Council: Northumberland
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
72 meetings · Page 1 of 15
County Council - Wednesday, 6th May, 2026 3.00 pm
Tynedale Community Partnership - Tuesday, 31st March, 2026 4.30 pm
County Council - Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 2.00 pm
The Northumberland County Council will convene on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant items, including the proposed Corporate Plan for 2026-2030, the annual achievements report for 2025-26, and the report from the Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism. The meeting will also address the Independent Remuneration Panel's report, an interim report from the Corporate Services and Economic Growth Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and the creation of a new Director of Business Operations role.
Decisions from Meetings
51 decisions · Page 2 of 11
Approval of The Council Tax Support Scheme 2026-27
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 09, 2025
... to implement a new income banded/grid scheme for working age applicants with effect from 1 April 2026 in order to improve support for the lowest income families and reduce the administrative burden caused by Universal Credit.
Recommendations Approved
Financial Performance 2025-26 - Position at the end of September 2025
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 09, 2025
... the Cabinet of Northumberland approved the re-profiling of £67.451 million from the 2025-26 Capital Programme to 2026-27 and noted the projected overspend on services and the HRA budget, supplementary estimates, delivery of approved savings, use of contingency and reserves, and virements.
For Determination
Education, SEND & Skill Annual Report for Academic Year 2024-25
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 10.00 am - December 09, 2025
...to note the Education, SEND & Skill Annual Report for the Academic Year 2024-25, acknowledging the achievements, support provided, and alignment of the Directorate's functions with the council's plans, while ensuring scrutiny and challenge from Members.
Recommendations Approved
Summary of New Capital Proposals considered by Capital Strategy Group
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am - November 11, 2025
...to amend the capital programme, the Cabinet approved spending and reallocation of funds for several projects, including acquiring mineral rights under the former Hexham Middle School site, supporting the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal with projects in Penrith and Alnwick, undertaking structural work at Tynedale House, and addressing essential maintenance across the Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service estate.
Recommendations Approved
Urgent Business - Use of Former Hexham FIre Station Site
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am - November 11, 2025
...to address urgent operational needs and secure value for money, the Cabinet confirmed the former Hexham Fire Station site for depot expansion, agreed to continue discussions with Sir Antony Gormley regarding an art store and gallery at an alternative location, and requested the Leader to urgently discuss these opportunities with him.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 72
Average per Month: 2.6
Decisions Recorded: 51