Councillor County Rick Edwards

Pension Fund Committee - Friday, 20th February, 2026 10.30 am

The Pension Fund Committee of Lancashire County Council met on Friday, 20th February, 2026, to discuss the proposed demerger of Local Pensions Partnership Investments Limited (LPPI) and the admission of new partner funds. The committee resolved to note the progress of the demerger, approve a dividend in specie to facilitate the process, and delegate authority for its implementation. They also recommended that Full Council approve the demerger and related steps.

Community, Cultural, and Corporate Services Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 12th February, 2026 10.30 am

The Community, Cultural and Corporate Services Scrutiny Committee met on Thursday, 12 February 2026, to discuss the future of the library service, workforce updates, and the committee's work programme. Key decisions included supporting the development of a new library strategy and considering recommendations for library service sustainability.

Audit, Risk and Governance Committee - Appointments Sub Committee - Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 2.30 pm

The Audit, Risk and Governance Committee - Appointments Sub Committee of Lancashire County Council met on Wednesday, 11th February 2026. The committee noted its constitution, membership, and terms of reference, and resolved to invite three candidates to interview for the role of Independent Co-opted Member to the Audit, Risk and Governance Committee. The interview process and questions were also approved, with minor amendments.

Audit, Risk and Governance Committee - Monday, 26th January, 2026 2.00 pm

The Audit, Risk and Governance Committee met on Monday, 26 January 2026, to review the council's financial statements, audit findings, treasury management activities, and internal audit progress. Key discussions included the approval of the Statement of Accounts for 2024/25, audit reports for the Lancashire County Pension Fund and the council itself, and the proposed Treasury Management Strategy for 2026/27.

Pension Fund Committee - Friday, 23rd January, 2026 2.00 pm

The Pension Fund Committee of Lancashire Council met on Friday 23 January 2026 and decided to set the funding buffer for the pension fund at 115%, with a 20-year surplus repayment period. This decision was made after extensive debate regarding the appropriate level of prudence to balance employer affordability with the long-term stability and solvency of the fund.