Matthew Fraser Moat

Adult Social Care and Public Health Cabinet Committee - Thursday, 24 September 2026 - 2.00 pm

County Council - Thursday, 17 September 2026 - 10.00 am

County Council - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 10.00 am

The Kent County Council meeting on Thursday, 16 July 2026, addressed a wide range of issues, including the significant decision to proceed with the allocation of land for the expansion of Hermitage Quarry, despite considerable public objection concerning ancient woodland loss. The Council also noted the year-end performance report, which highlighted ongoing pressures in key services like SEND and children's social care, and discussed the critical issue of water resilience in Kent, endorsing a new partnership to tackle the problem.

Adult Social Care and Public Health Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 8 July 2026 - 2.00 pm

The Adult Social Care and Public Health Cabinet Committee met on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, to discuss a range of important issues concerning the provision of adult social care and public health services across Kent. Key discussions included the extension of the Every Day Life Activities contract to ensure continuity of support for over 1,000 residents, and the recommissioning of vital suicide prevention services. The committee also reviewed performance dashboards, public health campaigns, and the ongoing Care Quality Commission (CQC) improvement plan.

County Council - Thursday, 21 May 2026 - 10.00 am

The Kent County Council meeting on Thursday, 21st May 2026, saw significant debate and voting on proposals to introduce the Lord's Prayer and the National Anthem at the start and end of council meetings, respectively. Ultimately, the amendment to replace the Lord's Prayer with quiet reflection was defeated, and the original proposal to include the Lord's Prayer and National Anthem was passed. The council also approved revisions to its Strategic Statement, 'Reforming Kent 2025-2028', and a change in the reporting line for the Director of Public Health.