James McLaughlin
Council: Sandwell
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
189 meetings · Page 1 of 38
Audit and Risk Assurance Committee - Thursday, 2nd April, 2026 6.00 pm
Children's Services and Education Scrutiny Board - Monday, 23rd March, 2026 6.00 pm
Budget and Corporate Scrutiny Management Board - Thursday, 19th March, 2026 6.00 pm
Decisions from Meetings
139 decisions · Page 2 of 28
The re-commissioning of Sandwell Community Dementia Service
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026
... approved the recommissioning of the Sandwell Community Dementia Service through a competitive procurement process for a period of three years with the option to extend for up to a further two years, to be funded within the existing Better Care Fund budget.
For Determination
Scrutiny Review - Safer Neighbourhoods and Active Communities Scrutiny Board - Recommendations
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026
...approved recommendations aimed at strengthening community cohesion by improving access to English language courses, creating a community asset map, and promoting inclusive events.
Recommendations Approved
Drug Strategy Grant: Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Improvement Grant (DATRIG)
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026
...approved the distribution of the Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Improvement Grant (DATRIG) for substance misuse treatment and recovery, and for Individual Placement and Support (IPS), for the financial years 2026/27 to 2028/29, and approved variations to the Adult Alcohol and Drug Service Contract to fund additional enhanced provision.
For Determination
Extension of contract for a non-executive director of Sandwell Children’s Trust board
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 3.30 pm - January 14, 2026
...agreed to extend the contract of Jane Bleach as a non-executive director of the Sandwell Children's Trust board until March 31, 2028, to ensure continued strategic oversight and governance continuity.
For Determination
Communications Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 3.30 pm - January 14, 2026
...approved and adopted the Communications Strategy, which outlines a comprehensive, whole-council approach to communicating with residents, staff, partners, and stakeholders to achieve better community outcomes.
For Determination
Summary
Meetings Attended: 189
Average per Month: 6.8
Decisions Recorded: 139