Neil Masson
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
43 meetings · Page 1 of 9
Rights of Way Committee - Wednesday, 17th June, 2026 10.00 am
The Rights of Way Committee of Northumberland Council is scheduled to convene on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the definitive map and statement of public rights of way concerning alleged byways in the parishes of Bamburgh and Rothley.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 9th June, 2026 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Northumberland Council met on Tuesday 09 June 2026, approving a series of financial adjustments and capital expenditure proposals, and noting progress on corporate performance and strategic initiatives. Key decisions included the appropriation of land for the Blyth Relief Road, the allocation of funds for school kitchens and residential children's homes, and the approval of a new integrated sexual health service contract.
County Council - Wednesday, 6 May 2026 - 3.00 pm
The County Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 6 May 2026, was set to cover a range of administrative and governance matters. Key discussions were expected to include the election of the Council's Chair and Deputy Chair for the upcoming year, the establishment of a new Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and the appointment of members to various committees and outside bodies. The meeting's agenda also included the consideration of proposed updates to the council's constitution and the annual reports from the Overview and Scrutiny Committees.
Decisions from Meetings
56 decisions · Page 1 of 12
New Northumberland Local Plan Update and Next Steps
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 10.00 am - April 07, 2026
Northumberland Cabinet approved the proposed timetable to progress a New Northumberland Local Plan on 07/04/2026. Cabinet noted the purpose of the Local Plan Scoping Consultation and that the Executive Director of Place and Regeneration has delegated authority for Plan Making.
Recommendations Approved
Blyth Relief Road - Authority to make a Compulsory Purchase Order and Side Road Order
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 10.00 am - April 07, 2026
The Cabinet of Northumberland Council decided on 07/04/2026 to approve the making of a Compulsory Purchase Order and a Side Road Order for the Blyth Relief Road Scheme. This authorises the acquisition of land and rights for the scheme, and allows for necessary alterations to the highway network and private means of access. Authority was delegated to the Executive Director of Place and Regeneration to take all necessary steps to implement these orders.
Recommendations Approved
Summary of New Capital Proposals considered by Capital Strategy Group
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 10.00 am - April 07, 2026
The Cabinet of Northumberland Council approved expenditure for several capital projects on 07/04/2026. These included the replacement of kitchens in council homes, internal refurbishment of homes in East Hartford, and the redevelopment of Blyth Civic Centre. The Cabinet also approved expenditure for the Northumberland Playzone Programme, monitor replacement, Woodhorn Phase 1 design, bus service improvements, and short breaks provision for children.
Recommendations Approved
Regenerating Ashington - Project Level Business Cases
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 10.00 am - April 07, 2026
The Cabinet of Northumberland Council decided on 07/04/2026 to approve the Outline Business Case for the Wansbeck Square Gateway project and delegate authority for Full Business Case approval to the Executive Director of Place and Regeneration. They also approved a total budget of £7,017,306 for the project and an additional allocation of £745,747 for the Portland Park Cinema and Restaurants project. The Cabinet agreed to amend the Capital Programme to create specific project budgets for both projects.
Recommendations Approved
Energy Central Campus Phase 2: Energy Central Institute
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 7 April 2026 - 10.00 am - April 07, 2026
The Cabinet of Northumberland Council approved recommendations for the Energy Central Campus Phase 2: Energy Central Institute on 07/04/2026. The Cabinet agreed to amend delegation arrangements, delegate authority for facility agreements and grant funding agreements, and approve updates to the capital programme. This included delegating authority to enter into an agreement for lease and long lease arrangements with ECC Ltd for the land/building at nil consideration.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 43
- Average per month
- 1.4
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 56