Cllr James Sheppard

Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel - Thursday 12 March 2026 10.30 am

The Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss the Chief Constable's update, the Police and Crime Plan Highlight and Performance Report, and the Police and Crime Commissioner's commissioned services. Key decisions included noting the report on commissioned services and the PCC's commissioning budget plans for the 2026/27 financial year, and selecting future topics for discussion.

Council - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 10.30 am

The Wiltshire Council meeting on 24 February 2026 focused heavily on the council's budget for the upcoming financial year and the medium-term financial strategy. Key decisions included the approval of the Wiltshire Council Budget 2026/27 and Medium Term Financial Strategy Update 2026/27-2028/29, alongside consideration of alternative budget proposals and several amendments. Public participation addressed concerns ranging from parking tariffs and HGV routing to renewable energy scheme deliverability and the council's digital strategy.

Marlborough Area Board - Tuesday 10 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Marlborough Area Board met on Tuesday 10 February 2026, approving grants totalling over £10,000 for local community projects and hearing updates on policing, road safety, and community initiatives. Key decisions included awarding funds to Church Rooms Ramsbury, Avebury Cricket Club, and 2nd Marlborough Scouts for community improvements, as well as supporting Age UK Wiltshire and Wiltshire and Swindon Sport for initiatives benefiting older and vulnerable people.

Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel - Thursday 15 January 2026 10.30 am

The Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel met on 15 January 2026 to discuss the Police and Crime Commissioner's (PCC) draft budget for 2025-26 and the associated precept consultation. The panel also reviewed the forward work plan and discussed communications strategies. A key decision made was to note the report and the planned consultation process with Wiltshire and Swindon residents regarding the proposed precept increase.

Extraordinary Meeting, Council - Wednesday 7 January 2026 10.30 am

The Wiltshire Council met on Wednesday 7 January 2026 for an extraordinary meeting where councillors debated and voted on several key financial and policy matters. The meeting saw the rejection of a proposal to allocate £2.5 million for the freehold transfer of St Stephen's Multi-Storey Car Park in Trowbridge, but approved an increase to the council tax premium on long-term empty homes and a framework for fees and charges.