Lynn Dean

Audit and Standards Committee - Tuesday 9th December 2025 10:00am

The Audit and Standards Committee of Staffordshire Council convened to discuss several key areas, including health and safety performance, internal audit progress, and a proposed addition to the Scheme of Delegation. The committee also reviewed the annual report and forward plan, ensuring ongoing accountability and strategic direction.

Special Committee RE: Appointment of Political Assistant - Tuesday 2nd December 2025 11:30am

The Special Committee RE: Appointment of Political Assistant of Staffordshire Council convened to discuss the appointment of a political assistant. Councillor Ian Cooper, Leader of the Council, presented a report outlining the rationale for the appointment and the proposed job description. The committee was asked to consider the recommendations outlined in the report.

Extraordinary Meeting, Audit and Standards Committee - Tuesday 25th November 2025 10:00am

The Audit and Standards Committee of Staffordshire County Council met to discuss the Annual Auditor's Report for 2024 and 2025, presented by KPMG. The report is still in the risk assessment phase, with a final version due in February. Councillors sought assurances and clarifications on the report's findings, particularly regarding financial sustainability, governance, and the council's response to an Ofsted report.

Special Committee RE: Appointment of Political Assistant - Thursday 20th November 2025 9:00am

The Special Committee RE: Appointment of Political Assistant met to discuss and approve the appointment of a political assistant. After discussion, the committee voted to approve the appointment.

Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education - Wednesday 12th November 2025 2:00pm

The Staffordshire Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) met to discuss key issues in religious education (RE), including equality, diversity and inclusion, the curriculum and assessment review, and inspection data. The council approved the updated safeguarding policy and the annual report for 2024-25, and also noted that the budget had been fully allocated for the year. Councillor Hifsa Haroon-Iqbal OBE DL was appointed as the new chair of the SACRE.