Councillor Rob Wharton

Cabinet - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 10.00 am

The Cabinet of Worcestershire County Council met on Tuesday 24 February 2026 to discuss the council's financial position and future budget. Key topics included an updated report on the robustness of the 2026-27 budget estimates and the adequacy of reserves, as well as the proposed budget and medium-term financial plan for 2026/27 to 2028/29.

Council - Thursday, 19th February, 2026 10.00 am

Cabinet - Thursday, 5th February, 2026 10.00 am

The Worcestershire County Council Cabinet meeting on 5 February 2026 addressed critical financial challenges, the future of public services, and environmental strategies. Key decisions included the approval of the draft budget and medium-term financial plan, which necessitates a council tax increase, and the recommissioning of the Healthy Worcestershire programme. The council also adopted the Local Nature Recovery Strategy and the Sustainability and Efficiency Plan, while addressing significant issues regarding school provision and special educational needs.

Cabinet - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 10.00 am

The cabinet of Worcestershire Council is scheduled to meet on 18 December 2025 to discuss the Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Partnership, the medium term financial plan, and an update on Shrub Hill.

Appointments Etc Panel - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 2.00 pm

The Appointments Etc Panel met to discuss retention payments and the appointment of a Strategic Director for Economy and Infrastructure. The panel was also scheduled to elect a chair and vice-chair, and confirm the minutes of the previous meeting. The Agenda stated that the press and public may be excluded from part of the meeting.