James Smith

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided to note the provisional capital outturn for the General Fund and Housing Revenue Account for 2025-26 and approved proposed capital carry forwards for both programmes due to rephasing. This decision was made on 09 June 2026. The approved carry forwards are detailed in appendix C of the report.

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council on 09 June 2026 approved the use of the Housing Revenue Account Capital New Build Pool Budget for the Malabar Affordable Housing Opportunity. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Place, Economy and the Environment, in consultation with others, to enter into agreements with Crest Nicholson subject to due diligence and valuations. The decision agreed to note and approve budget use and delegate authority for agreements.

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 09/06/2026 to approve recommendations. They noted the level of engagement from residents, the findings of the public consultation regarding smartphones in schools, and the new Department for Education guidance expecting mobile-free school environments.

West Northamptonshire Council Cabinet approved the procurement of a multi-supplier framework for temporary accommodation supplies and services on 09 June 2026. The framework will have an estimated value of £900,000 over three years with a possible one-year extension. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director Housing & Communities, in consultation with the Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing & Communities, to undertake the procurement and award contracts.