Councillor Lorraine Grocott

Special Meeting, Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 7 January 2026 2.00 pm

The Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Warwickshire Council met on Wednesday 7 January 2026 to consider a call-in regarding the annual on-street pay and display charge review. The committee made recommendations to the Portfolio Holder for Transport and Planning to reconsider the decision on the 15-minute parking charge increase, the introduction of a 10-minute free parking period, and to engage with local businesses on future increases.

County Council - Tuesday 16 December 2025 10.00 am

Warwickshire County Council is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 16 December 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including the annual governance statement, additions to the education capital programme, and the appointment of an independent person. Councillors will also consider motions on school road safety, statutory walking distances for free school transport, and tackling child poverty. Additionally, the council is expected to review the external auditor's annual report, the council's statement of accounts, the Warwickshire Pension Fund accounts, a developer funded scheme in Nuneaton, the youth justice plan, and walking and cycling schemes.

Staff and Pensions Committee - Monday 8 December 2025 10.00 am

The Staff and Pensions Committee are scheduled to meet to discuss the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) governance, regulatory updates, pension administration, and employers joining/leaving the pension fund. The committee will also review the minutes of the Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Local Pension Board of the Firefighters' Pension Scheme.

Pension Fund Investment Sub-Committee - Monday 8 December 2025 12.00 pm

The Pension Fund Investment Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet on Monday 8 December 2025 to discuss a range of topics related to the management and performance of the Warwickshire Pension Fund[^2]. These discussions will include investment strategy, risk management, and compliance with governance frameworks. The sub-committee will also review the fund's performance in the third quarter of 2025, and consider its approach to climate-related financial risks.

Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 26 November 2025 2.00 pm

The Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 26 November 2025 to discuss economic development, electric vehicle infrastructure, and the council's performance against its strategic priorities. The committee will also review its work programme and hear updates from council directors. The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast online.