Dean Burns

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee meeting on 14 January 2026 focused on the council's budget proposals for the upcoming year, performance updates across key departments, and strategic property management. Key decisions included the endorsement of the draft budget, which necessitates savings and income generation to balance the books, and the approval for the disposal of land at the former Spires Academy in Canterbury.

County Council - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 10.00 am

The County Council convened on Thursday, 18 December 2025, to discuss a range of significant matters including the implementation of the Armed Forces Covenant, proposed changes to committee structures, and the annual report on corporate parenting. The meeting also addressed the critical issue of water supply failures in Tunbridge Wells and reviewed the council's strategic direction.

Children's, Young People and Education Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 18th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Children's, Young People and Education Cabinet Committee are scheduled to meet on 18 November 2025 to discuss a range of issues, including expansions to special schools, the commissioning of school places, funding arrangements, and safeguarding. The committee will also review performance monitoring data and consider complaints and representations.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Thursday, 13th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee of Kent County Council met on Thursday, 13 November 2025, to discuss the adoption of the Kent County Council Commercial Strategy for 2026-2028, review commercial and procurement performance, and receive updates on budget planning and the Department of Local Government Efficiency (DOLGE). Key decisions included the endorsement of the new Commercial Strategy and a significant allocation of funds for essential maintenance at Sessions House.

County Council - Thursday, 6th November, 2025 10.00 am

Kent County Council (KCC) met to discuss local government reorganisation, the council's strategic direction, and pressing issues such as social care funding and NHS pressures. The council approved its strategic statement, Reforming Kent 2025-2028, and debated a motion on the NHS and social care crisis, but did not vote on KCC's strategic business case for local government reorganisation in Kent and Medway.