Councillor Helen Staples
Email: helen.staples@boston.gov.uk
Council: Boston
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
30 meetings · Page 1 of 6
Regulatory & Appeals Committee - Tuesday 3rd February 2026 2.00 pm
The Regulatory & Appeals Committee of Boston Borough Council is scheduled to consider a significant application for a Sexual Entertainment Venue (SEV) licence. The meeting will also address preliminary matters including apologies, declarations of interest, and public questions.
Cabinet - Tuesday 27th January 2026 6.00 pm
The Cabinet of Boston Council was scheduled to consider several key policy documents, including strategies for social media, trees and hedgerows, safeguarding, and housing. The meeting agenda also included provisions for receiving recommendations from other committees and addressing public questions.
Full Council - Monday 12th January 2026 6.30 pm
The Full Council of Boston Council met on Monday 12 January 2026 to discuss a range of important financial, governance, and community matters. Key agenda items included the review of the Council's annual scrutiny report, proposed amendments to contract procedure rules, and the future of local council tax support schemes.
Cabinet - Wednesday 10th December 2025 6.00 pm
The Boston Borough Council's cabinet met on 10 December 2025 and agreed to recommend a new council tax support scheme to the full council, and also approved an updated counter fraud policy and revised contract procedure rules. The cabinet also reviewed the latest financial forecasts, noting a potential deficit, and discussed performance and risk management.
Special Meeting, Cabinet - Wednesday 26th November 2025 6.00 pm
Boston Council's cabinet has approved a proposal for local government reorganisation in Greater Lincolnshire, named A Greater Lincolnshire for All, to be submitted to the government. The proposal, developed in partnership with East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council, suggests replacing the existing system with two new unitary authorities. Councillor Dale Broughton, Leader of the Council and chairman of the cabinet, has been delegated authority to make any necessary final changes before the submission deadline.
Decisions from Meetings
20 decisions · Page 3 of 4
South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Body Worn Video (BWV) Policy 2025
From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...to approve a new Body Worn Video Policy for the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership, ensuring compliance with legal obligations and data protection controls, and to delegate authority for minor policy amendments to the Assistant Director Regulatory/Senior Responsible Officer in consultation with the Portfolio Holder.
Recommendations Approved
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...to approve the Partnership Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, and to contribute to a 2-year fixed term officer role to oversee their implementation.
Recommendations Approved
2025/26 Quarter 1 Finance Update
From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...to approve amendments to the Capital Programme and note the forecast revenue position of a £0.829m overspend for 2025/26, emphasizing the need for continued focus on savings and efficiency.
Recommendations Approved
Local Council Tax Support Scheme 2026/27 - Consultation
From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...to consult on three options for the 2026/27 Local Council Tax Support Scheme, including retaining current support levels or reducing maximum support based on household composition, and delegated oversight of the consultation approach.
Recommendations Approved
South and East Lincolnshire Council's Crowdfunding Scheme - Two Year Progress
From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025
...to continue supporting the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Crowdfunding scheme, which raises funds for local voluntary and community groups.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 30
Average per Month: 1.4
Decisions Recorded: 20