Matt Cowley

(Reserve Budget Meeting), County Council - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 10.00 am

Budget Meeting, County Council - Tuesday, 17 February 2026 10.00 am

Budget Meeting, County Council - Tuesday, 17 February 2026 10.00 am

The Hertfordshire County Council meeting on Tuesday 17 February 2026 saw the adoption of the Budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy for 2026/27 to 2029/30, which includes a 2.99% Council Tax increase plus a 2% Adult Social Care precept. The council also agreed to join the Border to Coast Pension Partnership Ltd investment pool and approved the Pay Policy for 2026-27.

Highways Cabinet Panel - Thursday, 29 January 2026 10.00 am

The Highways Cabinet Panel meeting scheduled for Thursday, 29 January 2026, was set to discuss the council's budget for 2026/27 and the medium-term financial strategy concerning highways. Other key agenda items included a review of the Highway Locality Budget Scheme, an update on Hertfordshire's 20mph programme, and a response to a motion regarding streetlighting policy. The panel was also scheduled to approve the Highways & Transport Integrated Works Programme and associated capital budgets for 2026/27.

County Council - Tuesday, 9 December 2025 10.00 am

The County Council meeting on Tuesday, 9 December 2025, saw a significant debate on the future of street lighting in Hertfordshire, culminating in a decision to review the current policy. The council also discussed and approved proposals for devolution, aiming to establish Hertfordshire as a Mayoral Strategic Authority to unlock growth and secure funding. Additionally, a motion to introduce a default 20mph speed limit near school entrances was carried, alongside a commitment to review the road adoption process.