Councillor Gwyneth Petrie
Email: cllr.g.petrie@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Council: Aberdeenshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
102 meetings · Page 3 of 21
Marr Area Committee - Tuesday, 5th May, 2026 10.00 am
The Marr Area Committee is scheduled to convene on Tuesday, 05 May 2026, with a public session commencing at 10:00 am. The meeting will address a range of topics, including a significant planning application for a dwelling and garage in Ballater, updates on roads and infrastructure programmes, and the annual scrutiny and improvement report.
Aberdeenshire Council - Thursday, 30th April, 2026 10.15 am
Aberdeenshire Council is scheduled to convene on Thursday, 30 April 2026, with a key item on the agenda being an update on the Corporate Improvement Plan. The council will also consider a consultation report regarding the proposed closure of Tullynessle School.
Business Services Committee - Thursday, 23rd April, 2026 10.15 am
The Business Services Committee of Aberdeenshire Council met on Thursday 23 April 2026 to discuss a range of strategic and operational matters. Key decisions included the approval of the Strategic Asset Plan 2026-2031, the endorsement of the Business Services Directorate Strategic Plan 2026-27, and noting the progress of the Big Data, Digital and Technology Programme. The committee also reviewed updates on the People Strategy and the Buildings and Estates Programme, and noted the council's response to an Ofcom consultation regarding STV's licence change request.
Marr Area Committee - Tuesday, 14th April, 2026 10.00 am
The Marr Area Committee approved a retrospective planning application for a retaining wall and decking, and granted planning permission in principle for a new dwelling. The committee also discussed the draft Aberdeenshire Development Plan Scheme 2026, outlining the timetable and plan for the next Local Development Plan.
Aberdeenshire Council - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 10.15 am
The Aberdeenshire Council meeting on Thursday, 12 March 2026, saw the approval of the council's audited annual accounts for 2024/25 and the financial performance report for the third quarter of 2025/26. The council also agreed to proposed changes to its Scheme of Governance, including amendments to standing orders regarding written questions.
Decisions from Meetings
187 decisions · Page 1 of 38
Aberdeenshire Council and Housing Revenue Account Budget 2026-31
From: Aberdeenshire Council - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 10.15 am - February 26, 2026
...the Aberdeenshire Council decided to approve the revenue and capital budgets for the General Fund and Housing Revenue Account for 2026/27, along with indicative budgets for the subsequent four financial years, including a 10% Council Tax increase for 2026/27.
Agreed
Sederunt and Declaration of Members' Interests
From: Aberdeenshire Council - Thursday, 26 February 2026 - 10.15 am - February 26, 2026
Agreed
Public Representation on School Placings and Exclusions Appeals Committee
From: Marr Area Committee - Tuesday, 17 February 2026 - 10.00 am - February 17, 2026
...nominated Anne Miller and Brian Wood to serve on the School Placings and Exclusions Appeals Committee.
Grant
Statement of Outstanding Business
From: Marr Area Committee - Tuesday, 17 February 2026 - 10.00 am - February 17, 2026
Grant
APP/2024/0967 - The Coach House, Gateside Steading, Lumphanan
From: Marr Area Committee - Tuesday, 17 February 2026 - 10.00 am - February 17, 2026
...granted full planning permission for a change of use from ancillary garage and holiday accommodation to a dwellinghouse, including a feu split, despite being a departure from policy regarding the protection of tourist facilities.
Grant
Summary
Meetings Attended: 102
Average per Month: 3.4
Decisions Recorded: 187 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.