Michael Stratton - Councillor for West Northamptonshire (Upton)

Councillor Michael Stratton

Reform UK Upton Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education

Email: michael.stratton@westnorthants.gov.uk

Council: West Northamptonshire

Council Profile: View on council website

Committees: Council (Committee Member) Cabinet (Committee Member) Democracy and Standards Committee (Committee Member) Local Pension Board (Committee Member) Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Committee Member)

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

30 meetings · Page 6 of 6

Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee Committee Member

Call In Hearing, Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 19th August 2025 7.00 pm

The Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee convened to address a call-in regarding a cabinet decision on the Sustainability Strategy Review. Councillor Rosie Humphreys initiated the call-in, supported by several other councillors, to enable scrutiny of the implications of resolutions endorsed by the cabinet on 16 July 2025. The committee was scheduled to consider whether to refer the decision back to the cabinet, refer the matter to the full council, or take no further action.

August 19, 2025
Local Pension Board Committee Member

Local Pension Board - Wednesday 2nd July 2025 2.00 pm

The Local Pension Board was scheduled to discuss governance and compliance, administering authority discretions, and the administration of the Northamptonshire Pension Fund. The board was also expected to review the fund's risk register and updates on employers joining or leaving the fund.

July 02, 2025
Council Committee Member

Council - Thursday 26th June 2025 5.00 pm

West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to meet on 26 June 2025 at The Great Hall at The Guildhall, Northampton. The agenda included the presentation of annual reports from overview and scrutiny committees, a review of the council's flag protocol, and a discussion on setting allowances for council members. Councillors were also expected to discuss regional devolution, youth services, and support for children in care.

June 26, 2025
Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 16th June 2025 6.00 pm

The Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to meet to discuss its remit and work programme for the coming year. Councillors were also expected to receive an overview of key priorities, risks, and challenges for service areas within the committee's remit.

June 16, 2025
Council

Annual meeting, Council - Thursday 15th May 2025 5.00 pm

The West Northamptonshire Council meeting scheduled for 15 May 2025 included the election of a chair and vice-chair, the appointment of a leader, and the allocation of seats to committees based on political balance. Councillors were also expected to note the names of the leaders and deputy leaders of the political groups, as well as the members of the Cabinet.

May 15, 2025

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: 30

Average per Month: 2.0

Decisions Recorded: 16