Cllr Matt Bragg

Application for a Premises Licence for GemFest, Charlton Park, Malmesbury, SN16 9DG, Northern Area Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday 13 January 2026 10.30 am

The Northern Area Licensing Sub Committee of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to consider an application for a Premises Licence for GemFest, to be held at Charlton Park Estate, Malmesbury. The meeting's agenda focused on the details of this application, including the proposed licensable activities, timings, and capacity, alongside representations received from local residents and parish councils.

Extraordinary Meeting, Council - Wednesday 7 January 2026 10.30 am

Wiltshire Council's extraordinary meeting on 7 January 2026 saw a significant debate on the proposed disposal of St Stephen's Multi-Storey Car Park in Trowbridge, which was ultimately defeated by a tied vote. Councillors also discussed and approved an extension to the council tax premium on long-term empty homes, but rejected a proposal to introduce a premium on second homes.

Northern Area Planning Committee - Wednesday 3 December 2025 2.00 pm

The Northern Area Planning Committee of Wiltshire Council met on 3 December 2025, and approved a planning application for 12 dwellings at Oaksey Park Golf and Leisure. A decision on a planning application for a permanent rural worker's dwelling at Land South of West Kennet Farm was withdrawn from the agenda. The committee also received an update on recent planning appeals.

Staffing Policy Committee - Wednesday 26 November 2025 2.00 pm

The Staffing Policy Committee of Wiltshire Council met on 26 November 2025 to discuss workforce analytics, management development, employee experience, and recruitment practices. Councillors were scheduled to review a bi-annual workforce report, receive updates on the LEAD management development initiative, consider corporate actions arising from the 2025 Employee Experience Survey, and discuss improvements to exit interview and SEND recruitment processes. The committee was also expected to approve some minor policy changes.

Chippenham and Villages Area Board - Monday 10 November 2025 6.30 pm

The Chippenham and Villages Area Board met to discuss community projects, funding, and local issues. Councillors agreed to grant funding for several local initiatives, including crime reduction measures, community events, and village improvements. The board also received updates on the Chippenham Avon Project, the re-establishment of the Chippenham Carnival, and various partner activities.