Mike Sole

County Council - Thursday, 16th July, 2026 10.00 am

Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee - Wednesday, 10th June, 2026 10.00 am

The Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee met on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, to discuss a range of issues concerning flood risk and water management across the county. Key discussions included an update on severe weather response activities, a presentation on the flood and climate change assessment for Romney Marsh, and a detailed look at the council's highway drainage responsibilities. The committee also heard from the Kent Flood Action Group Forum about community involvement in flood resilience.

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.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 6th May, 2026 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee of Kent County Council met on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, to discuss a range of important issues. Key decisions included the endorsement of the proposed delivery plan for the new Crisis and Resilience Fund, the approval of a pilot scheme for Biodiversity Net Gain at Preston Hill, and the adoption of a programme for freehold property disposals. The committee also noted progress on the Kent and Medway Domestic Abuse Strategy and received updates on the council's performance dashboard, resilience efforts, and infrastructure condition surveys.

County Council - Thursday, 19th March, 2026 10.00 am

The Kent County Council meeting on 19 March 2026 saw councillors approve the annual budget, including a 3.99% increase in council tax, and discuss the council's position on government proposals for local government reorganisation. The meeting also included tributes to former councillors and a debate on the council's pay policy.