Helen Barrington
Council: Derbyshire
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
47 meetings · Page 1 of 10
Cabinet - Thursday, 29 January 2026 12.00 pm
The Derbyshire County Council Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 29 January 2026, to discuss key financial and strategic planning documents for the upcoming year. The agenda includes a review of the council's reserves, the results of budget consultations, and proposals for the capital programme and treasury management. A significant portion of the meeting will be dedicated to the Council Plan Refresh for 2026-29 and departmental service plans, alongside discussions on school block funding and admissions arrangements for children's services.
Governance, Ethics and Standards Committee - Thursday, 15 January 2026 2.00 pm
The Governance, Ethics and Standards Committee of Derbyshire County Council was scheduled to meet on Thursday, 15 January 2026, to discuss the completion of the Member Induction Programme, a proposed minor change to the Council's Constitution regarding Trading Standards legislation, and the outcome of a government consultation on strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities.
Meeting adjourned and reconvened at 12 noon on 12/01/2026, Cabinet - Friday, 9 January 2026 10.00 am
The Derbyshire County Council Cabinet met on Friday, 9 January 2026, to discuss a range of significant financial and service-related matters. Key decisions included the approval of budget savings proposals for the next five years, the allocation of Section 106 developer contributions for children's services projects, and the establishment of enhanced resource school provision.
Alderman Ceremony, Council - Wednesday, 10 December 2025 11.00 am, NEW
Derbyshire County Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, to conduct formal business. The agenda includes prayers, apologies for absence, declarations of interest, and a proposal to appoint Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen. The meeting will be available via webcast on the council's website and YouTube Channel.
Decisions from Meetings
52 decisions · Page 2 of 11
Regeneration Pipeline Programme: Compulsory Purchase Order to Support South Derbyshire Growth Zone
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...to proceed with the South Derbyshire Growth Zone project, including approving enabling infrastructure, delegation agreements, and the making and publication of a Side Roads Order and Compulsory Purchase Order for land acquisition.
Recommendations Approved
Markham Vale Update on Development Progress
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
...the Cabinet noted the progress of the Markham Vale development between October 2024 and October 2025 and approved planned activities to complete the project.
Recommendations Approved
Performance Monitoring and Budget Monitoring/Forecast Outturn
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 4 December 2025 2.00 pm - December 04, 2025
... to note Council Plan performance and budget monitoring for Quarter 2 of 2025-26, approve the use of reserves for the SEND improvement plan, adopt amendments to the flexible use of capital receipts strategy, approve a virement for Highways Depot Improvement Works, and note the overall position on reserves.
Recommendations Approved
Local Government Reorganisation
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 27 November 2025 12.00 pm, NEW - November 27, 2025
... to submit a proposal to the Government for a single unitary council for the whole of the Derby and Derbyshire area.
Recommendations Approved
Whistleblowing Policy
From: Cabinet - Thursday, 13 November 2025 12.00 pm - November 13, 2025
...to approve the amended Whistleblowing Policy, which encourages internal reporting of wrongdoing, malpractice, or illegality, strengthens the link to the Anti-Fraud Anti-Corruption Strategy, and clarifies reporting procedures and support for whistleblowers.
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 47
Average per Month: 2.1
Decisions Recorded: 52