Martin Paul

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee met on Wednesday, 11 March 2026, to discuss a range of critical financial, operational, and strategic matters. Key decisions included the endorsement of a new three-year Microsoft 365 licensing agreement and Azure consumption plan, and the approval of a two-year extension to the council's insurance arrangements. The committee also reviewed the council's corporate risk register, key performance indicators for the upcoming financial year, and considered proposals for generating income through Biodiversity Net Gain.

Growth, Environment & Transport Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 10.00 am

The Growth, Environment and Transport Cabinet Committee met on Tuesday 10 March 2026 to discuss a range of important issues affecting the county. Key decisions included the approval of engineering works to reopen the historic Road of Remembrance in Folkestone, the adoption of a new Kent Joint Municipal Waste Management Strategy, and revisions to the Kent and Medway Business Fund loan terms. The committee also noted updates on the EV charging infrastructure rollout, the Kent Design Guide, and the Heritage Conservation Strategy.

Selection and Member Services Committee - Thursday, 5th March, 2026 2.30 pm

The Selection and Member Services Committee of Kent Council met on Thursday, 5th March 2026, approving the proposed county scale of election fees and expenses for 2026-27. The committee also reviewed the conduct of the 2025 election, noting outstanding statutory expense declarations from some candidates, and received an update on outside bodies.

Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee - Wednesday, 4 March 2026 - 10.00 am

The Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee met to discuss flood defence works, water quality issues, and the impact of water ingress on the gas network. Key decisions included noting the Environment Agency's presentation on collaborative works and the Southern Water Clean Rivers and Seas Task Force presentation, and acknowledging the KCC Severe Weather Response Activity Report.

Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 3 March 2026 - 10.00 am

The Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the call-in of a decision regarding the future of library provision in Folkestone town centre. The committee considered the decision to proceed with the open market disposal of the Grace Hill building and to confirm 14 Sandgate Road as the new location for the Folkestone town centre Library and Registration service. After extensive debate, the committee resolved to recommend that the implementation of the decision be postponed pending review by the full Council.