James Defriend

Budget Meeting, County Council - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 9.30 am

Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 22nd January, 2026 10.00 am

The Scrutiny Committee meeting scheduled for 22 January 2026 was set to cover a range of significant council business, including a focused inquiry into water quality and supply issues, the draft revenue budget and capital programme for the coming years, and a detailed report on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision. The committee was also scheduled to review its work programme and address any items called in by members or placed on the agenda for discussion.

Growth, Environment & Transport Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 10.00 am

The Growth, Environment & Transport Cabinet Committee of Kent County Council met on Tuesday 13 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues. Key topics included the final draft budget for the upcoming financial year, updates on the Gravesend Tilbury Ferry service, and proposals for highway verge improvements to enhance biodiversity. The committee also reviewed the Energy and Low Emissions Strategy, considered the implementation of the Kent and Medway Economic Framework, and discussed the Infrastructure Funding Statement. Additionally, the meeting addressed highways enforcement policies, the A28 Sturry Link Road project, and the future of library provision in Folkestone town centre.

County Council - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 10.00 am

The Kent County Council is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 18th December 2025, to discuss a range of issues, including the annual reports on the Armed Forces Covenant and Corporate Parenting, a review of committees, and a motion regarding the water supply in Tunbridge Wells. They will also discuss pension pooling arrangements and political assistants.

Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 2.00 pm

The Scrutiny Committee of Kent County Council is scheduled to meet on 25 November 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including the council's budget forecast, council tax collection, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and local government reorganisation. The committee will also review the annual report from the Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee, and its work programme.