Leanne Ashmore

...confirmed that there was insufficient evidence to justify an Article 4 Direction to restrict permitted development rights for Houses of Multiple Occupation, and requested continued monitoring of HMOs and complaints.

...recommended to Council the adoption of the 2026/2027 budget and financial strategies, the setting of Council Tax at £161.77 for a Band D property (a freeze for one year), and adjustments to special expenses for West Bridgford, Ruddington, and Keyworth.

...continues to support the principle of a Development Framework Supplementary Planning Document for the East of Gamston/North of Tollerton Sustainable Urban Extension, but pauses the current approval process to request more detailed information on highways, especially A52 connectivity, before bringing it back for further consideration by March 10, 2026.