John Finch

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

The County Council of Kent Council met on Thursday 12 February 2026 to discuss and vote on the proposed budget for 2026-27. The council approved the budget, which includes a 3.99% increase in council tax, after extensive debate and consideration of several amendments.

Governance and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 10.00 am

The Governance and Audit Committee of Kent County Council met on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to review the Corporate Risk Register, discuss the performance of the council's wholly-owned companies, and receive updates on external audit progress. Key decisions included noting the Corporate Risk Register, which highlighted increased risks in budget variances and the delivery against the Safety Valve Agreement, and reviewing the financial performance of the council's subsidiary companies, with a focus on dividend returns and operational challenges.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee meeting on 14 January 2026 focused on the council's budget proposals for the upcoming year, performance updates across key departments, and strategic property management. Key decisions included the endorsement of the draft budget, which necessitates savings and income generation to balance the books, and the approval for the disposal of land at the former Spires Academy in Canterbury.

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

The County Council convened on Thursday, 18 December 2025, to discuss a range of significant matters including the implementation of the Armed Forces Covenant, proposed changes to committee structures, and the annual report on corporate parenting. The meeting also addressed the critical issue of water supply failures in Tunbridge Wells and reviewed the council's strategic direction.

Governance and Audit Committee - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Governance and Audit Committee are scheduled to meet to discuss the treasury management strategy, customer feedback, counter fraud measures, and best value interventions. The meeting will include verbal updates from the external auditor and on committee business. Also included for discussion is the action tracker, which lists the progress that has been made on the committee's prior recommendations.