Councillor Keith Holland-Delamere

The Shareholder Cabinet Sub-Committee approved West Northamptonshire Council continuing its participation in the OPUS People Solutions (East) Limited arrangement for a further five years from January 2027. The committee authorised the Corporate Director - Workforce, Technology and Change, in consultation with other officers and the Cabinet Member for HR, Corporate and Regulatory Services, to finalise updates to governance documents. It was also noted that the current arrangement is capable of continuing under a Procurement Act 2023 exemption, and updated documentation may include an optional horizontal access arrangement.

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 15 September 2026 to approve a proposal recommending to Council the approval of £1m in capital funding. This funding is for structural works at Brackmills Waste Transfer Station to extend its operational life. The decision includes approving the phased work to strengthen the WTS structure.

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council approved the adoption of the Northamptonshire Suicide Prevention Strategy 2026-2031 on 15 September 2026. They endorsed the strategy's strategic priorities and supported its implementation through partnership arrangements. The decision included approving the strategy and its five-year action plan.

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council on 15 September 2026 noted the forecast outturn position for 2026-27, the deliverability assessment of savings requirements, and the Treasury Management update. The decision was made to update members on the financial position of the Council and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council adopted the West Northamptonshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy on 15 September 2026. They delegated authority to the Head of Planning Policy and Specialist Services to make minor editorial and design changes to the strategy.