John Betts

Cabinet Officer

Cabinet - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 10.00 am

Here is a summary of the scheduled meeting of the Cabinet of Kent County Council on 19 November 2025.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee Officer

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Thursday, 13th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee of Kent County Council met on Thursday, 13 November 2025, to discuss the adoption of the Kent County Council Commercial Strategy for 2026-2028, review commercial and procurement performance, and receive updates on budget planning and the Department of Local Government Efficiency (DOLGE). Key decisions included the endorsement of the new Commercial Strategy and a significant allocation of funds for essential maintenance at Sessions House.

Cabinet Officer

Cabinet - Thursday, 25th September, 2025 10.00 am

The Kent County Council cabinet meeting on 25 September 2025, included updates from cabinet members, discussion of the Revenue and Capital Budget Forecast Outturn Report for Quarter One, and the Quarterly Performance Report for Quarter One. The cabinet agreed to note the revenue and capital forecast and budget adjustments detailed in the Revenue and Capital Budget Monitoring Report, and delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Finance to take required actions. The cabinet also agreed to note the Quarterly Performance Report and the actions being taken to address areas where performance is not as targeted.

Cabinet Officer

Cabinet - Tuesday, 22nd July, 2025 10.00 am

The Kent County Council (KCC) Cabinet met to discuss the financial outturn for 2024-25, which showed a £20.2 million overspend, primarily due to pressures in adult social care and health, and to review the council's performance in the fourth quarter of the year. The cabinet agreed to draw from the general fund reserves to cover the overspend, and also approved some roll-forward requests for committed projects and changes to the capital programme. Updates were also heard from cabinet members on key developments and progress within their portfolios.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee Officer

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee convened to discuss the medium-term financial plan, performance metrics, and the disposal of surplus properties. The committee endorsed the disposal of a property in Dover, while a decision on the disposal of the Sevenoaks Adult Education Centre was delayed for further consideration.