Rob Parsonage
Email: cllr.rob.parsonage@cornwall.gov.uk
Council: Cornwall
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
59 meetings · Page 2 of 12
Cabinet - Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Cornwall Council met on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues including a corporate peer challenge, local plan updates, business plans for council-owned companies, and the council's investment and budget proposals. The meeting also covered plans for Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service and proposed changes to off-street parking.
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.
Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry Joint Committee - Friday, 13th March, 2026 10.00 am
The Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry Joint Committee met on Friday 13 March 2026 to discuss operational performance, budget monitoring, and pay policy. Key decisions included the approval of the 2026/27 Pay Policy and the noting of the 2025-26 Budget Monitoring report, which indicated a projected surplus. The committee also received updates on various operational aspects of the Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry, including maintenance, traffic volumes, and ongoing projects.
Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 10.30 am
The Cornwall Council meeting scheduled for 24 February 2026 was set to address a range of significant financial and policy matters, alongside public questions. Key discussions were expected to revolve around the Council Priorities Plan for 2026-2030, the Housing and Revenue Account Business Plan and rent setting for 2026-27, and the Comprehensive Spending Review Budget Proposals for 2026-27 to 2028-29. The meeting also included a review of licensing fees and the Pay Policy Statement for 2026-27.
Cabinet - Friday, 13 February 2026 - 10.00 am
The Cabinet of Cornwall Council met on Friday 13 February 2026 to discuss a range of significant financial and strategic matters, including the Council's performance, budget proposals, housing plans, and air services. Key decisions included the approval of the Council Priorities Plan 2026-2030, a significant increase in Council Tax, and a new Housing Revenue Account Business Plan.
Decisions from Meetings
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Provision of Mobile Phones or a Second Sim Card to Elected Members
From: Constitution and Governance Committee - Tuesday, 6th January, 2026 10.00 am - January 06, 2026
... it was recommended to the Cabinet Member for Resources that elected members receive training on mobile phone usage, including the Microsoft Teams Voice-Activated Directory, and that the process for obtaining a second phone or SIM card for accessibility, mental health, or safeguarding needs be better publicised.
Recommendations Approved
Minutes of the Meeting Held on 4 November 2025
From: Constitution and Governance Committee - Tuesday, 6th January, 2026 10.00 am - January 06, 2026
Recommendations Approved
Use of 'Chairman'
From: Constitution and Governance Committee - Tuesday, 6th January, 2026 10.00 am - January 06, 2026
...the term "Chairman" be replaced with "Chair" in the Council's Constitution, with a note clarifying that "Chairman" will be interpreted as "Chair" for equality and diversity purposes except where legally required, and that a review of the Local Government Act 1972 will be undertaken regarding the term "Chairman."
Recommendations Approved
Review of Council Procedure Rule 12 - Motions on Notice
From: Constitution and Governance Committee - Tuesday, 6th January, 2026 10.00 am - January 06, 2026
...Council Procedure Rule 12.4 be amended to allow more motions to be debated at Council meetings, with such motions being advisory and not binding on the Cabinet or relevant committees, and Council Procedure Rule 12.5 be amended to require a report back within six months on advisory motions.
Recommendations Approved
Draft Council Priorities Plan and budget development
From: Budget Development Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 10.00 am - November 26, 2025
...the committee recommended to the Cabinet a series of actions related to the draft Council Priorities Plan and budget development, including receiving lessons learned briefings on specific contracts and provisions, reviewing the approach to financial principles, strengthening references to the Cornish National Minority Status, and considering points raised during the committee's discussion.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 59
Average per Month: 3.9
Decisions Recorded: 189