Paul Chamberlain

Growth, Economic Development and Communities Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Growth, Economic Development and Communities Cabinet Committee met on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, to discuss a range of economic development initiatives, skills and employment opportunities, and the region's energy strategy. Key decisions included the endorsement of a significant loan for the No Use Empty scheme and the reallocation of funding for the A249 Bearsted Road Project. The committee also received updates on the Kent and Medway Economic Framework, the Regional Energy Strategic Plan, and the reinstatement of a Visitor Economy and Inward Investment Service.

Personnel Committee - Member Appointment Panel - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.00 am

The Personnel Committee - Member Appointment Panel of Kent Council was scheduled to convene on Tuesday 11 November 2025. The primary focus of the meeting was to conduct interviews for the position of Director of Adults and Integrated Commissioning. The meeting was scheduled to begin with a briefing at 9:00 am, followed by interviews commencing at 9:30 am.

County Council - Thursday, 6th November, 2025 10.00 am

Kent County Council (KCC) met to discuss local government reorganisation, the council's strategic direction, and pressing issues such as social care funding and NHS pressures. The council approved its strategic statement, Reforming Kent 2025-2028, and debated a motion on the NHS and social care crisis, but did not vote on KCC's strategic business case for local government reorganisation in Kent and Medway.

Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) - Wednesday, 5th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Kent Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) met to discuss the development plan, budget, and annual report, as well as other items related to religious education in Kent schools. A key topic for discussion was the Kent Agreed Syllabus, which is due for review in 2027. The meeting also included updates on school website reviews, local network groups, and the WIRE Awards[^2].

Environment & Transport Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 4th November, 2025 10.00 am, NEW

The Environment and Transport Cabinet Committee are scheduled to meet on Tuesday 4 November 2025 to discuss a range of environment and transport issues. These include waste management, green finance, water resources, highway maintenance, and energy efficiency.