David Candlin

Cabinet - Thursday, 23rd July, 2026 6.00 pm

The Cabinet of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council met on Thursday, 23 July 2026. The meeting included discussions and decisions on the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2027-28, the relocation of the crematorium lodge depot, the adoption of the Kent and Medway Local Nature Recovery Strategy, and the annual Corporate Health and Safety Report.

Finance, Innovation and Transformation Cabinet Advisory Board - Monday, 6 July 2026 - 6.30 pm

The Finance, Innovation and Transformation Cabinet Advisory Board met on Monday 6 July 2026 to discuss the strategic risk register, the Council Tax Reduction Scheme, and property transactions. The Board noted the strategic risk register, recommended no changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2027-28 beyond an annual uplift, and noted reports on property transactions.

Audit and Governance Committee - Thursday, 2 July 2026 - 6.30 pm

The Audit and Governance Committee of Tunbridge Wells Council met on Thursday 2 July 2026 to review the progress of external and internal audits, and to discuss the strategic risk register. The committee received positive assurances on the council's control environment and risk management processes, with all audits completed receiving a sound or strong rating. A key discussion point was the ongoing development of Royal Victoria Place, with an increased risk score attributed to the potential listing of a building within the development area.

Finance, Innovation and Transformation Cabinet Advisory Board - Monday, 8 June 2026 - 6.30 pm

The Finance, Innovation and Transformation Cabinet Advisory Board met on Monday 8 June 2026, discussing a range of financial and performance-related matters. Key decisions included the approval for the disposal of Cemetery Lodge and noting the RVP investment transactions for January to March 2026. The board also reviewed the Q4 performance summary, complaints data, and treasury, capital, and revenue management reports for the year.

Communities Housing and Environment Cabinet Advisory Board - Tuesday, 3rd March, 2026 6.30 pm

The Communities Housing and Environment Cabinet Advisory Board met on Tuesday 3 March 2026 to discuss a range of important issues affecting residents. Key decisions included the adoption of the Community Safety Partnership Plan 2026-27, the implementation of a Public Spaces Protection Order for dogs in The Grove, and the endorsement of the Royal Victoria Place Business Plan 2026-27. The Board also reviewed and recommended for adoption the refreshed Health Inequalities Action Plan 2026-29, the council's first Biodiversity Duty Report, and the Housing Assistance Policy 2026-30. Further discussions covered updates to the planning validation checklist, the progression of neighbourhood development plans for Sandhurst and Southborough and High Brooms, and the review of the Statement of Community Involvement. Finally, a significant decision was made regarding the award of the Household Waste and Street Cleansing Contract.