Councillor Rob Howard

Warwickshire Council Cabinet decided on 16/07/2026 to approve Site Specific Business Case 16.

The Regulatory Committee approved the grant of planning permission for the proposed extension of Avon Valley School, including demolition of a modular classroom and redevelopment of the former caretaker's house, with associated car parking and landscaping. This decision was made on 30/06/2026. The approval is subject to conditions and reasons outlined in the Director for Infrastructure, Planning & Environment's report.

Warwickshire Council Cabinet decided on 16/07/2026 to reaffirm the 2015 decision to dispose of surplus land at the former Manor Park School site for an Extra Care Housing scheme. This decision aligns with the objective to increase Extra Care Housing provision in the county.

The Cabinet, County Council recommended to Council the addition of £8.232m to the Capital Programme to fund nursery building replacement projects. This decision was made on 16/07/2026. The plan includes replacing 12 buildings, refurbishing one, and removing one, ensuring continuity of provision for nursery-aged children.

The Regulatory Committee authorised the grant of planning permission for the proposed extension of Avon Valley School, demolition of a modular classroom, and associated works. This decision was made on 30/06/2026. The approved plans include an extension to the main school building, demolition of a modular classroom, incorporation of its uses into an extended former caretaker's house, and associated car parking and landscaping.