Cllr Philip Whitehead

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.

Eastern Area Planning Committee - Thursday 4 December 2025 3.00 pm

The Eastern Area Planning Committee met to discuss planning appeals and a reserved matters application for land north of Marshall Road, Devizes. The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then approved the reserved matters application, which concerned the appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale of a housing development.

Devizes Area Board - Monday 1 December 2025 6.30 pm

The Devizes Area Board met to discuss winter preparedness, community governance, and grant applications. The board approved funding for several community projects, including support for vulnerable adults, a Christmas carol service, and youth programs. Councillors also received updates on highway maintenance, police activities, and various community initiatives.

Finance and Procurement Select Committee - Thursday 6 November 2025 10.00 am

The Finance and Procurement Select Committee of Wiltshire Council met on Thursday 6 November 2025, to discuss the council's financial performance, proposed fees and charges for 2026/27, and a motion regarding green tariffs for electricity. The committee was also scheduled to receive updates from cabinet members and review its forward work programme. Some of the reports for the meeting were provided as an agenda supplement.

Eastern Area Planning Committee - Thursday 6 November 2025 3.00 pm

The Eastern Area Planning Committee met on 6 November 2025, and agreed to forward the Wiltshire Council Parish of Wilcot and Huish with Oare Path No.32A Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order 2025 to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (SoSEFRA) with a recommendation that it is confirmed with modification. The modification relates to the width of the footpath.