Maxwell Harrison

Standards Committee - Thursday, 31st July, 2025 11.30 am

The Standards Committee of Kent Council met on Thursday, 31 July 2025, to discuss revisions to the handling of code of conduct complaints, and to appoint a hearing panel. The committee was also scheduled to receive an introduction to the standards regime, and to confirm the minutes of their meeting held on 20 March 2024.

Devolution and Local Government Re-organisation Cabinet Committee - Monday, 28th July, 2025 10.30 am

The Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation Cabinet Committee met to discuss and consider the KCC Options Appraisal and Criteria Assessment of Current Local Government Reorganisation Options, and to note the commitment from Kent County Council (KCC) to fully take part in the process to develop a shared options appraisal with partners. The committee also noted the commitment to bringing future papers to the committee and cabinet as the work progresses to inform the development of KCC's policy position and next steps. During the meeting, members raised concerns about public consultation, the financial implications of the proposals, and the potential impact on different areas within Kent.

Kent and Medway Police and Crime Panel - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 2.00 pm

The Kent and Medway Police and Crime Panel met to discuss a range of issues, including the performance of Kent Police in handling emergency and non-emergency calls, the challenges facing the criminal justice system, and the prevention of violence against women and girls. The panel approved its annual report and noted a decision regarding the Chief Constable appointment: Retire and Rehire scheme.

County Council - Thursday, 10th July, 2025 10.00 am

Kent County Council met on 10 July 2025, and among other business, members discussed local government reorganisation, violence against women and girls, and the blue badge system. They voted to approve a cut in member allowances, and reallocate the money to member grants.

Personnel Committee - Member Appointment Panel - Friday, 6th June, 2025 9.00 am

The Personnel Committee - Member Appointment Panel of Kent Council met on Friday, June 6, 2025, to discuss the appointment of a Corporate Director of Finance. The meeting was scheduled to include a briefing and interviews for the position. Much of the meeting was expected to be closed to the press and public.