Councillor Paul Barnes
Email: Paul.Barnes@sholland.gov.uk
Council: South Holland
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
50 meetings · Page 2 of 10
Chief Officer Employment Panel - Friday, 1st May, 2026 11.30 am
The Chief Officer Employment Panel of South Holland Council is scheduled to convene on Friday, 1 May 2026. The primary focus of the meeting is expected to be the recruitment and permanent appointment of a Service Director - Finance, Deputy Section 151 Officer.
, Planning Committee - Wednesday, 29th April, 2026 6.30 pm
The Planning Committee of South Holland Council is scheduled to consider a range of planning applications, including proposals for new housing developments and electricity infrastructure. The committee will also receive an update on recent planning appeal decisions.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 28th April, 2026 6.30 pm
The Cabinet of South Holland Council met on Tuesday 28 April 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including the Council's financial performance, market policies, housing strategies, and a significant regeneration programme for Spalding. The meeting also covered updates on performance and risk management, as well as health and safety and data protection policies.
Policy Development Panel - Tuesday, 21st April, 2026 6.30 pm
The Policy Development Panel met on Tuesday 21 April 2026 to discuss a range of policy updates and reviews. Key decisions included the proposed separation of the Graffiti and Street Art Management Policy, the adoption of an updated Damp, Condensation and Mould Policy, and the review of the Debt Write Off Policy.
Chief Officer Employment Panel - Wednesday, 25th March, 2026 12.00 pm
This meeting has been cancelled.
Decisions from Meetings
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South and East Lincolnshire Council’s Partnership - Contracting of Leisure Facilities with an external operator as agent for service delivery
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 6.30 pm - December 16, 2025
...to approve the award of a contract under an agency agreement for the operation and lifecycle maintenance of the Council's leisure facilities, as detailed in the exempt report.
Recommendations Approved
Tree and Hedgerow Strategy Action Plan
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 6.30 pm - December 16, 2025
The Cabinet decided to adopt the Tree and Hedgerow Action Plan on 16/12/2025. This plan will inform the delivery of the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Tree and Hedgerow Strategy. The decision includes developing a portable biosecurity pack for staff, identifying reputable suppliers for native tree stock, and considering the establishment of community tree nurseries.
Recommendations Approved
Local Council Tax Support Scheme 2026/27
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 6.30 pm - December 16, 2025
The Cabinet of South Holland Council recommended that Full Council approve the continuation of the current Council Tax Support scheme for 2026/27, uprated in line with DWP updates. They delegated approval for developing the scheme rules to the Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance.
For Determination
Net Zero Action Plan
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 6.30 pm - December 16, 2025
The Cabinet of South Holland Council approved the Net Zero Action Plan on 16 December 2025. The plan sets out a pathway to achieve the Council's commitment to be Net Zero by 2040. Specific actions include fleet reviews for electrification, developing decarbonisation strategies for operational buildings, and identifying opportunities for renewable energy measures at council sites.
Recommendations Approved
Pride in Place Programme (Spalding)
From: Special Meeting, Cabinet - Monday, 24th November, 2025 6.30 pm - November 24, 2025
The Cabinet of South Holland Council approved the submission of a ten-year Regeneration Plan and a four-year investment profile for Spalding under the UK Government’s Pride in Place Programme on 24/11/2025. Authority was delegated to the Director of Economic Development to agree amendments to the plan and profile, and to the Council’s Section 151 Officer to approve the submission.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 50
Average per Month: 1.9
Decisions Recorded: 35 Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.