Councillor Sally Keeble

Cabinet - Monday, 16 February 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council met on Monday 16 February 2026 to discuss a range of financial and service-related matters. Key topics included the monitoring of revenue and capital expenditure for the 2025-26 financial year, the finalisation of the 2026-27 budget and medium-term financial plan, and the admission arrangements for primary schools for the 2027 intake. The Cabinet was also scheduled to consider the Adult Social Care Local Account, which outlines the council's strategy for this vital service.

Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel - Wednesday 4th February 2026 12.30 pm

The Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel met on Wednesday 4 February 2026 to scrutinise the proposed Police and Fire Precepts for 2026/27. The Panel reviewed the proposed increases to council tax for policing and fire services, considering the financial implications for residents and the operational needs of both services. They also discussed the Panel's work programme and agreed on future meeting dates.

Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 26th January 2026 6.00 pm

The Place and Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee of West Northamptonshire Council was scheduled to meet on Monday 26 January 2026 to review the council's performance, discuss the communications plan for the Local Plan, and receive updates on the budget and financial strategy. Other topics scheduled for discussion included the findings of the Budget Scrutiny Task and Finish Panel, and the membership of a review panel for Section 106 Agreements and the Community Infrastructure Levy.

Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 22nd January 2026 3.00 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council met on Thursday 22 January 2026 and approved a hybrid planning application for a significant housing development on land north-west of Upper High Street, Harpole. The decision included a compromise on affordable housing provision and the management of public open space, with a decision made to offer the open space to Harpole Parish Council with a commuted sum for maintenance.

Extraordinary Meeting of Full Council, Council - Monday 19th January 2026 5.00 pm

The Council met on Monday 19 January 2026 to discuss the West Northamptonshire Local Plan and the appointment of key officers. The meeting's agenda included a report seeking approval to consult on a draft of the West Northamptonshire Local Plan, which outlines the council's plans for development, protection of areas, and policies for determining planning applications up to 2043. Additionally, the council was scheduled to consider the appointment of a Monitoring Officer and a Chief Officer.