Richard Barker
Deputy Group Leader - Reform UK
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
16 meetings · Page 1 of 4
Audit Committee - Friday, 22 May 2026 - 10.00 am
The Audit Committee of Cornwall Council met on Friday 22 May 2026 to review a range of financial and governance matters. Key discussions were scheduled to include the council's external audit plans for both the main council and the pension fund, the annual governance statement, and the chief internal auditor's annual report. The committee was also set to receive updates on council-owned companies and the broader audit sector.
Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - 10.30 am
The Cornwall Council meeting scheduled for 21 April 2026 was set to address a range of significant issues, including the allocation of council seats, a proposed bridge project in Truro, and several motions concerning public services and council policies. The meeting's agenda also included time for public questions and recommendations from the Constitution and Governance Committee.
Corporate Finance and Performance Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 10.00 am
The Corporate Finance and Performance Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Cornwall Council met on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to discuss a range of significant financial and strategic matters. Key topics included the council's overall performance for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, the proposed 'Belonging in Cornwall' strategy for a fair and inclusive Cornwall, and the business plans for council-owned entities. The committee also reviewed the council's stewardship of resources and considered proposals for a Single Foundation Strategic Authority designation.
Pensions Committee - Thursday, 12th March, 2026 10.30 am
The Pensions Committee of Cornwall Council met on Thursday, 12 March 2026, to discuss the Cornwall Pension Fund's financial performance, future plans, and governance. Key agenda items included the 2025 Final Actuarial Valuation Report, the Cornwall Pension Fund Business Plan for 2026-2029, and updates on investments, benefits administration, governance, and the Brunel Pension Partnership.
Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 10.30 am
The Cornwall Council meeting on Tuesday 24 February 2026 addressed a wide range of public questions and considered several significant policy and budget proposals. Key decisions included the approval of the lodging of a Transport Works Act Order application for the Lighterage Quay Bridge, the adoption of revised financial governance and member-officer relations protocols, and a request for Cabinet to pause the commencement of chemical weed treatment using glyphosate pending further public consultation.
Decisions from Meetings
75 decisions · Page 1 of 15
Minutes of the Meeting Held on 16 September 2025
From: Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 10.30 am - November 25, 2025
...the minutes of the Cornwall Council meeting held on 16 September 2025 were approved as a correct record and would be signed by the Chairman.
Recommendations Approved
Cornwall Council to Discontinue Mandatory EDI/DEI Policy: Proposer: Councillor Tarrant; Seconder: Councillor Hanlon
From: Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 10.30 am - November 25, 2025
...to discontinue its mandatory Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI/DEI) policy in preference for adhering solely to the Equality Act 2010.
Recommendations Approved
Northern Ireland Veterans: Proposer: Cllr Alvey: Seconder: Cllr Cador
From: Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 10.30 am - November 25, 2025
...to request the Leader to write to relevant Secretaries of State and the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Veterans and People) to address the health and wellbeing concerns of Northern Ireland veterans regarding potential prosecution under revised NI Legacy legislation for actions during 'Operation Banner' (1969-2007).
Recommendations Approved
Declarations of Interest
From: Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 10.30 am - November 25, 2025
...to approve the recommendations, noting that no declarations of interest were made.
Recommendations Approved
Support the Housing Revenue Account: Proposer: Councillor Ewert; Seconder: Councillor German
From: Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 10.30 am - November 25, 2025
...the motion to consider transferring approximately £1 million from Second Homes Council Tax income to the Housing Revenue Account to expedite remedial work on stubborn voids and reduce temporary accommodation costs was referred to the Cabinet because the subject matter fell within its functions.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 16
- Average per month
- 1.2
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 75