Garry Sturley

Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 22nd January, 2026 10.00 am

The Scrutiny Committee meeting on Thursday, 22 January 2026, focused on two primary areas: the reasons behind Kent's outlier status in issuing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and a review of the draft revenue budget, medium-term financial plan, and capital programme for 2026-2029. The committee noted a report on EHCPs, acknowledging that while Kent's rate remains higher than national averages, the gap is narrowing, and the council is implementing strategic changes to improve SEND provision. Regarding the budget, the committee reviewed the administration's draft proposals, which include a balanced revenue budget for 2026-27 achieved through a combination of spending growth, savings, income generation, and the use of one-off measures such as capital receipts and earmarked reserves.

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.

Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 4th December, 2025 10.00 am

The Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Kent Council is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 4th December 2025, to discuss several key healthcare issues affecting the Kent and Medway area. These include an update from the Chief Executive of NHS Kent and Medway, the relocation of the Prosthetic Limb Service, and the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust's response to a Care Quality Commission (CQC) report. The committee will also consider the Healthwatch Kent Annual Report 2024-25.

Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 2.00 pm

The Scrutiny Committee of Kent County Council is scheduled to meet on 25 November 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including the council's budget forecast, council tax collection, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and local government reorganisation. The committee will also review the annual report from the Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee, and its work programme.

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.