Cllr Helen Belcher OBE

Cabinet - Tuesday 3 February 2026 10.00 am

The Wiltshire Council Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 3 February 2026 to discuss a range of important financial and service-related matters. Key decisions are expected regarding the council's budget for the upcoming financial year, including proposed Council Tax increases and savings plans. The Cabinet will also review the Housing Revenue Account budget, dwelling rent settings, and the 30-year business plan, alongside the capital programme for the next seven years. Additionally, the procurement of future sexual health services and the school admissions policies for 2027-28 are scheduled for discussion.

Staffing Policy Committee - Wednesday 28 January 2026 2.00 pm

The Staffing Policy Committee of Wiltshire Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 28 January 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the Human Resources & Organisational Development (HR&OD) strategic priorities for 2026, an update on sickness absence, and the proposed Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27. Additionally, the committee will consider new policies on hybrid working, kinship leave, and bereavement leave.

Cabinet - Shareholder Group - Tuesday 20 January 2026 3.00 pm

The Cabinet - Shareholder Group of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to discuss the Stone Circle 2026/27 Business Plan and Financial Model. The meeting was also set to review the minutes of previous meetings and consider any urgent items or announcements from the Leader.

Cabinet - Tuesday 20 January 2026 10.00 am

The Cabinet of Wiltshire Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including plans for parking across the county, proposed changes to council tax premiums, and future waste service delivery arrangements. The meeting also included discussions on the provision of education at The Northwood Centre, the award of a contract for bus shelters, and a community asset transfer request from the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust.

Extraordinary Meeting, Council - Wednesday 7 January 2026 10.30 am

Wiltshire Council's extraordinary meeting on 7 January 2026 saw a significant debate on the proposed disposal of St Stephen's Multi-Storey Car Park in Trowbridge, which was ultimately defeated by a tied vote. Councillors also discussed and approved an extension to the council tax premium on long-term empty homes, but rejected a proposal to introduce a premium on second homes.