Rebecca Spore

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 6th May, 2026 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee of Kent County Council met on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, to discuss a range of important issues. Key decisions included the endorsement of the proposed delivery plan for the new Crisis and Resilience Fund, the approval of a pilot scheme for Biodiversity Net Gain at Preston Hill, and the adoption of a programme for freehold property disposals. The committee also noted progress on the Kent and Medway Domestic Abuse Strategy and received updates on the council's performance dashboard, resilience efforts, and infrastructure condition surveys.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee meeting on 14 January 2026 focused on the council's budget proposals for the upcoming year, performance updates across key departments, and strategic property management. Key decisions included the endorsement of the draft budget, which necessitates savings and income generation to balance the books, and the approval for the disposal of land at the former Spires Academy in Canterbury.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Thursday, 13th November, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee of Kent County Council met on Thursday, 13 November 2025, to discuss the adoption of the Kent County Council Commercial Strategy for 2026-2028, review commercial and procurement performance, and receive updates on budget planning and the Department of Local Government Efficiency (DOLGE). Key decisions included the endorsement of the new Commercial Strategy and a significant allocation of funds for essential maintenance at Sessions House.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee met to discuss a range of issues, including the performance of the Chief Executive's Department, reforms to local authority funding, and the future of the council's headquarters. A decision was made to designate Sessions House as the headquarters for Kent County Council (KCC) for its remaining lifespan, ceasing spending on Invicta House and putting it on the market.

Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Policy and Resources Cabinet Committee convened to discuss the medium-term financial plan, performance metrics, and the disposal of surplus properties. The committee endorsed the disposal of a property in Dover, while a decision on the disposal of the Sevenoaks Adult Education Centre was delayed for further consideration.