Helen Staples - Councillor for Boston (Fishtoft)

Councillor Helen Staples

Portfolio Holder - Communities

Progressive Independents Boston Fishtoft Boston
helen.staples@boston.gov.uk Council website
Committees & roles
Licensing Committee Cabinet Chief Officer Employment Appeals Panel Full Council Licensing Sub-Committee Regulatory & Appeals Committee Planning Committee Substitute Regulatory and Appeals Sub Committee

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Wednesday 13th January 2027 6.00 pm

January 13, 2027, 6:00 pm
Full Council Committee Member

Full Council - Monday 7th December 2026 6.30 pm

December 07, 2026, 6:30 pm
Cabinet Committee Member

Cabinet - Wednesday 25th November 2026 6.00 pm

November 25, 2026, 6:00 pm
Full Council Committee Member

Full Council - Monday 19th October 2026 6.30 pm

The Full Council of Boston Council met on Monday 19 October 2026. The council considered amendments to its constitution to align with new national planning delegation rules, which were set to come into effect on 31 October 2026. Councillors expressed concerns about reduced local democratic accountability but acknowledged the necessity of complying with the law. One councillor abstained from voting on these amendments.

October 19, 2026, 6:30 pm
Planning Committee Substitute

Planning Committee - Tuesday 6th October 2026 10.00 am

The Boston Borough Planning Committee met on Tuesday 6 October 2026, refusing an application for an adult gaming centre in the town centre and a change of use for an MOT bay in Wigtoft, while approving emergency accommodation for rough sleepers.

October 06, 2026, 10:00 am

Decisions from Meetings

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Review Of Maximum Hackney Carriage Fare Structure

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 30th September 2026 6.00 pm - September 30, 2026

Boston Cabinet approved a variation to the maximum hackney carriage fares on 30 September 2026. This approval is subject to statutory notices being advertised and no objections being received during the consultation period.

Recommendations Approved

Recommendations from the Boston Town Area Committee (BTAC) (Standing Item) - Central Park Pathway Improvement Works

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 30th September 2026 6.00 pm - September 30, 2026

The Cabinet of Boston Council decided on 30/09/2026 to approve a £138,341.93 contribution from the BTAC reserve for Central Park pathway improvement works. Authority was delegated to the Section 151 Officer, in consultation with the Chairman of BTAC, to agree revised costings for the works.

For Determination

Quarter 1 26/27 Performance and Risk Report

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 30th September 2026 6.00 pm - September 30, 2026

Boston Cabinet noted the quarterly performance and risk monitoring information for Quarter 1 of 2026/27 and approved the Risk Appetite Statement on 30 September 2026.

Recommendations Approved

Quarter 1 2026/27 Forecast Outturn

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 30th September 2026 6.00 pm - September 30, 2026

Boston Cabinet noted the forecast revenue position of a £0.055m deficit for 2026/27 and amendments to the Capital Programme on 30 September 2026. The Cabinet approved recommendations to identify opportunities for further efficiencies.

Recommendations Approved

Recommendations from Overview and Scrutiny (Standing Item)*

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 30th September 2026 6.00 pm - September 30, 2026

The Cabinet of Boston Council on 30 September 2026 approved recommendations from the Town Centre Review Task & Finish Group. The council will note the report, consider a broader definition of the town centre, explore measures to reduce vacancy, prioritise public realm improvements, review promotion and marketing, and develop an officer response with a progress update within six months.

Recommendations Approved