Councillor Guy Renner-Thompson
Email: guy.renner-thompson@northumberland.gov.uk
Council: Northumberland
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
115 meetings · Page 1 of 23
Health and Well-being Board - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 10.00 am
Cabinet - Tuesday, 10th February, 2026 10.00 am
Staff and Appointments Committee - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 2.00 pm
North Planning Committee - Thursday, 22nd January, 2026 2.00 pm
The North Planning Committee was scheduled to consider two planning applications, one for a change of use and extension to create a hotel in Bamburgh, and another for a change of use of a dwellinghouse to a residential institution in Lucker. The committee was also due to receive an update on Section 106 agreements.
Health and Well-being Board - Thursday, 22nd January, 2026 10.00 am
The Health and Well-being Board meeting scheduled for 22 January 2026 was set to cover a range of public health and safeguarding matters. Key discussions were expected to include annual updates on health protection, tobacco control, and the use of health impact assessments in planning applications, alongside a review of safeguarding efforts for children and adults.
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: 115
Average per Month: 4.6
Decisions Recorded: 51