Geoffrey Samme

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.

Planning Applications Committee - Wednesday, 17th December, 2025 10.00 am

The Planning Applications Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss a number of planning applications, including two applications relating to the proposed change of use of residential properties into children's homes. The committee will also note a number of items dealt with under delegated powers[^2].

Pension Fund Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 10.00 am

The Pension Fund Committee met on 11 December 2025 to discuss investment performance, governance updates, and pensions administration. Key decisions included approving the appointment of an independent member to the Pension Board and noting the fund's strong investment performance over the quarter.

Governance and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Governance and Audit Committee are scheduled to meet to discuss the treasury management strategy, customer feedback, counter fraud measures, and best value interventions. The meeting will include verbal updates from the external auditor and on committee business. Also included for discussion is the action tracker, which lists the progress that has been made on the committee's prior recommendations.

Regulation Committee Appeal Panel (Transport) - Tuesday, 18th November, 2025 9.15 am

The Regulation Committee Appeal Panel (Transport) of Kent Council scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, 18 November 2025, to discuss several items, including eight appeals related to transport. Due to the nature of the appeals, a motion to exclude the press and public was proposed, citing the disclosure of information relating to individuals. The meeting was scheduled to take place in the Darent Room, Sessions House, County Hall, Maidstone.