Melanie Barnett
Council: West Northamptonshire
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
53 meetings · Page 2 of 11
Cabinet - Tuesday, 5 May 2026 - 6.00 pm
The West Northamptonshire Council Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 5 May 2026 to discuss a range of important issues affecting the local area. Key topics include the future of waste collection and street cleansing services, a new youth strategy, and a review of the housing allocations policy.
Children, Education and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 28 April 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Children, Education and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee of West Northamptonshire Council is scheduled to consider a range of important topics at its upcoming meeting. Key discussions are expected to focus on early years provision, the council's Best Start in Life Plan,
and the progress of the Family Help Strategy and Family Hubs. The committee will also review its annual report and work programme.
Children's Trust Joint Committee - Wednesday, 22 April 2026 - 2.00 pm
Cabinet - Wednesday, 15 April 2026 - 6.00 pm
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council met on Wednesday 15 April 2026, approving an improvement plan for Adult Social Care following a critical Care Quality Commission (CQC) report, authorising new leases for temporary accommodation to address homelessness, and adopting new policies on the use of Council property.
Decisions from Meetings
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Housing Adaptations Policy, April 2026
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council approved the Housing Adaptations Policy on 10 March 2026. The decision grants delegated authority to the Head of Private Sector Housing to make minor amendments to the policy.
Recommendations Approved
Adult Social Care Provider Fee Uplifts
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 10/03/2026 to approve a 3.47% uplift for adult social care providers and introduced a new hourly rate of £22.89 for extra care providers. This decision aimed to meet statutory duties and ensure an equitable approach to supporting providers.
Recommendations Approved
Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) 2026–2029: Proposed Local Delivery Model for West Northamptonshire
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 10/03/2026 to approve the proposed Crisis and Resilience Fund local delivery model. They noted that the fund will be managed locally and requires delivery of four mandatory strands. Authority was delegated to the Head of Community Safety, Engagement and Resettlement, in consultation with the Director of Communities and Opportunities, to make operational decisions.
Recommendations Approved
Non-school Alternative Provision Framework
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council approved the procurement of a Non-School Alternative Provision framework on 10/03/2026. The decision included approval for a three-year contract term with an option to extend for up to two additional years. Delegated authority was provided to the Director of Children's Services to finalise the procurement process and execute contractual documentation.
Recommendations Approved
Landlord Services Q3 Performance Report 2025/26
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 10th March 2026 6.00 pm - March 10, 2026
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council noted the content of the Landlord Services Q3 Performance Report 2025/26 on 10/03/2026. The report provided an update on the performance of the Council's housing landlord services.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 53
Average per Month: 2.3
Decisions Recorded: 152