Councillor Peter Geary

Motion 3: Upholding Civility, Respect and Standards in Public Life

From: Council - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 - 7.30 pm - January 21, 2026

...reaffirmed its commitment to the Nolan Principles of Public Life, set clear expectations for respectful conduct from all councillors, emphasized appropriate engagement with young people, mandated accurate public communications, and scheduled mandatory Code of Conduct refresher sessions for councillors to promote a culture of civility and mutual respect.

Recommendations Approved

Flood Prevention Schemes

From: Delegated Decisions - Tuesday 20th January, 2026 6.00 pm - January 20, 2026

...approved the addition of capital flood risk management funding to the 2026/27 Council budget for the Lavendon and Woughton Flood Alleviation Schemes, the establishment of a Flood Capital Programme, and the commencement of procurement for these projects.

Recommendations Approved

Taxi Licensing Fees 2026/27

From: Delegated Decisions - Tuesday 20th January, 2026 6.00 pm - January 20, 2026

...endorsed the adoption of vehicle, operator, and driver associated fees and charges for 2026/27, to take effect from 1 April 2026.

Recommendations Approved

Taxi Policy - DVLA Points

From: Delegated Decisions - Tuesday 20th January, 2026 6.00 pm - January 20, 2026

...amended the Taxi Policy to allow new applicants to be granted a licence with up to 11 DVLA points, and adjusted the conditions for existing licence holders regarding DVLA points and required training.

Recommendations Approved

PLN/2025/1739 - 8 Cloudberry, Walnut Tree

From: Planning Panel - Thursday 15th January, 2026 7.00 pm - January 15, 2026

Recommendations Approved