Councillor Richard Watson Wearmouth

Schools' Forum - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 9.30 am

The Northumberland County Council Schools' Forum met virtually on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, to discuss several key issues impacting education in the region. These included updates on the national funding formula, a review of special educational needs (SEN) data, and a consultation on school funding. The forum was also scheduled to discuss communications from the Department for Education (DfE) and other organisations regarding special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) reforms.

Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th November, 2025 9.30 am

The Cabinet of Northumberland Council met on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, approving several capital investment proposals and a new approach to kerbside recycling collections. Key decisions included the acquisition of mines and minerals rights under the former Hexham Middle School site, funding for projects in Penrith and Alnwick as part of the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal, structural works at Tynedale House, and essential maintenance for the Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service estate. The council also adopted a new kerbside recycling collection model to comply with the Simpler Recycling initiative.

County Council - Wednesday, 5th November, 2025 2.00 pm

The agenda for Northumberland County Council's meeting on 5 November 2025 included discussion of the Berwick Maltings Theatre project, annual reports from several cabinet members, an annual report from the Audit Committee, an interim report from the Family and Children's Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and a review of polling districts and polling places. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss political proportionality on the council and proposed updates to the constitution.

Employment Appeals Committee - Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 10.00 am

This article provides a summary of the agenda for the Employment Appeals Committee meeting on 21 October 2025. The meeting was scheduled to include discussion of an employment matter, as well as a review of the minutes from a previous meeting. Councillors were also expected to declare any conflicts of interest.

Northumberland Cycling, Walking and Wheeling Board - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 10.00 am