Kirsty Wootton

Housing Scrutiny Commission Governance Services

Housing Scrutiny Commission - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 5:30 pm

The Housing Scrutiny Commission of Leicester City Council met on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to discuss a range of housing-related matters. Key topics included concerns raised about the council's complaints handling and procedural compliance, an update on who is allocated social housing, and progress on house building and acquisition programmes. The commission also reviewed the effectiveness of the Housing Pop-up Offices and considered the council's work programme.

Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission Governance Services

Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission - Thursday, 12 March 2026 5:30 pm

The Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission of Leicester City Council met on Thursday 12 March 2026 to discuss a range of important topics concerning the department's services and performance. Key areas scheduled for review included the Care Quality Commission's inspection report for the Reablement Service, strategies to combat social isolation and loneliness, and the department's equality and diversity development plans for the upcoming year. The commission also reviewed the annual report on adult social care complaints and commendations for 2024/25, and the Social Care and Education department's priorities and performance ambitions for 2026/27.

Health and Wellbeing Board Governance Services

Health and Wellbeing Board - Thursday, 5 March 2026 9:30 am

The Leicester City Health and Wellbeing Board was scheduled to discuss a range of public health initiatives and service updates. Key topics included a three-year action plan for children and young people's engagement, updates on adult mental health services, and the progress of the Changing Futures programme for individuals facing multiple disadvantages. The board was also set to review the performance of the CURE smoking cessation service and receive updates on neighbourhood working and the Integrated Care Board's (ICB) reorganisation.

Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Joint Health Scrutiny Committee Governance Services

Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Joint Health Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 23 February 2026 - 10:00 am

The Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Joint Health Scrutiny Committee met on Monday 23 February 2026 to discuss the ongoing situation at St Mary's Birth Centre, the work of the LLR SEND & Inclusion Alliance, and winter pressures within local health services. Key decisions included noting the progress of engagement regarding St Mary's Birth Centre and agreeing to a future meeting to discuss winter pressures in more detail.

Public Health and Health Integration Scrutiny Commission Governance Services

Public Health and Health Integration Scrutiny Commission - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 5:30 pm

The Public Health and Health Integration Scrutiny Commission met on Tuesday 27 January 2026 to discuss the draft General Fund Revenue Budget for 2026/27, health protection initiatives, and progress on various public health strategies. Key decisions included the approval of the draft budget, which proposes a council tax increase of just under 5%, and noting the progress made on the Leicester City Drug & Alcohol Strategy Phase 3.