Mike Sole

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.

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

The Kent Flood Risk and Water Management Committee met to discuss a range of issues concerning flood risk and water management across the county. Key topics included an update on severe weather response activities, a presentation on the Romney Marshes Flood and Climate Change Assessment, a report on KCC Highways and Transport road drainage, and an update from the Kent Flood Action Group Forum.

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.