Councillor Robert Carington

Cabinet - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 10.00 am

At a meeting of Buckinghamshire Council's cabinet, members noted the progress of the Opportunity Bucks programme, the Shareholder Committee, and the first quarter budget management, and approved changes to the capital programme and fees and charges.

Senior Appointments and Pay Committee - Thursday, 26th June, 2025 2.00 pm

The Senior Appointments and Pay Committee of Buckinghamshire Council met to discuss pay orientation and the annual pay review timeline. They were also scheduled to approve the minutes of previous meetings and discuss confidential matters.

Pension Fund Committee - Tuesday, 24th June, 2025 2.00 pm

The Buckinghamshire Council Pension Fund Committee met on 24 June 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including an update on the 'Fit for the Future' consultation, a review of the committee's training policy, and the external audit plan. The committee was also scheduled to discuss the McCloud remedy[^1] and the 'Access and Fairness' consultation.

Cabinet - Tuesday, 17th June, 2025 10.00 am

The Buckinghamshire Council cabinet met to discuss the annual report, budget management, and quarterly performance, deciding to approve transfers to reserves and note the performance and budget reports. Councillor Steve Broadbent, Leader of the Council, commended the work of the previous cabinet, while also highlighting financial challenges and the need for government reform in adult social care and school funding. The cabinet also addressed a question about flooding issues in Buckingham and discussed updates on road programmes, housing targets, CCTV upgrades, and support for carers.

Buckinghamshire Shareholder Committee - Wednesday, 11th June, 2025 2.00 pm

The Buckinghamshire Shareholder Committee met on Wednesday 11 June 2025, and Councillor Robert Carington, Cabinet Member for Resources, was appointed as Chair for the ensuing year. The committee noted the annual report and terms of reference, and received updates on the risk registers and key performance indicators (KPIs) of Consilio and Aylesbury Vale Estates (AVE). A discussion regarding the future options for Consilio Property Ltd was held, and a report will be presented to the Cabinet for consideration, subject to suggested changes.