Cllr Paul Sample JP
Email: paul.sample@wiltshire.gov.uk
Council: Wiltshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
35 meetings · Page 1 of 7
Cabinet - Tuesday 3 February 2026 10.00 am
The Wiltshire Council Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 3 February 2026 to discuss a range of important financial and service-related matters. Key decisions are expected regarding the council's budget for the upcoming financial year, including proposed Council Tax increases and savings plans. The Cabinet will also review the Housing Revenue Account budget, dwelling rent settings, and the 30-year business plan, alongside the capital programme for the next seven years. Additionally, the procurement of future sexual health services and the school admissions policies for 2027-28 are scheduled for discussion.
Finance and Procurement Select Committee - Tuesday 27 January 2026 10.30 am
The Finance and Procurement Select Committee of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to discuss the council's proposed Annual Budget for 2026/27 and its Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for 2026/27 to 2028/29. The meeting agenda also included a review of the committee's forward work programme and the financial aspects of the Safety Valve Programme.
Cabinet - Tuesday 20 January 2026 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Wiltshire Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including plans for parking across the county, proposed changes to council tax premiums, and future waste service delivery arrangements. The meeting also included discussions on the provision of education at The Northwood Centre, the award of a contract for bus shelters, and a community asset transfer request from the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust.
Cabinet - Shareholder Group - Tuesday 20 January 2026 3.00 pm
The Cabinet - Shareholder Group of Wiltshire Council was scheduled to discuss the Stone Circle 2026/27 Business Plan and Financial Model. The meeting was also set to review the minutes of previous meetings and consider any urgent items or announcements from the Leader.
Extraordinary Meeting, Council - Wednesday 7 January 2026 10.30 am
Wiltshire Council's extraordinary meeting on 7 January 2026 saw a significant debate on the proposed disposal of St Stephen's Multi-Storey Car Park in Trowbridge, which was ultimately defeated by a tied vote. Councillors also discussed and approved an extension to the council tax premium on long-term empty homes, but rejected a proposal to introduce a premium on second homes.
Decisions from Meetings
50 decisions · Page 6 of 10
Stonehenge and Avebury WHS Setting Study SPD - Draft for adoption
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 7 October 2025 10.00 am - October 07, 2025
... Cabinet noted the consultation responses, endorsed the amended Setting Study, recommended its adoption as a supplementary planning document to Council, and delegated authority for final adoption and publication to the Corporate Director, Place, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning, Development Management and Housing.
For Determination
Asset Management Strategy
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 7 October 2025 10.00 am - October 07, 2025
...to adopt the proposed Assets Management Strategy and delegate minor changes to the Director of Assets in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Economic Development, Regeneration and Assets, to reflect adoption of the Our Wiltshire Plan.
For Determination
Revenue Budget 2025/26 - Local Visitor Economic Partnership
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 7 October 2025 10.00 am - October 07, 2025
...to ensure due governance processes are followed as part of the Budget and Policy Framework, the Cabinet recommended that Full Council delegate to the Director of Planning, Economy and Regeneration the responsibility to procure a Destination Management Plan through VisitWiltshire, reversing previous decisions to cease funding for VisitWiltshire and aligning with VisitEngland's requirements for Local Visitor Economic Partnerships.
For Determination
Air Quality Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 7 October 2025 10.00 am - October 07, 2025
...that Full Council should adopt the Air Quality Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) to improve air quality by setting requirements for developers to protect and improve air quality through the development control process, helping the council achieve its Air Quality Action Plan objectives.
For Determination
Apologies
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 16 September 2025 10.00 am - September 16, 2025
...to note the apologies received from Cllr Adrian Foster and Cllr Paul Sample.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 35
Average per Month: 1.4
Decisions Recorded: 50