Councillor Sonia Simm

Staff and Appointments Committee - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 2.00 pm

The Staff and Appointments Committee of Northumberland Council was scheduled to meet on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, to discuss key senior appointments. The agenda included the appointment of a new Chief Fire Officer and an Executive Director of Resources and Transformation (s151 Officer).

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 4.00 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee of Northumberland Council was scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 03 February 2026, to consider a range of planning applications and updates. Key discussions were expected to focus on a proposed quarry extension, a new residential development, and an update on Section 106 agreements.

Communities and Place OSC - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 2.00 pm

The Communities and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee (OSC) of Northumberland Council was scheduled to meet on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. The meeting's agenda included a review of the implementation of the Regulation and Enforcement Plan, consideration of the committee's work programme for the upcoming year, and an update on the Forward Plan of Cabinet Decisions.

County Council - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 2.00 pm

The Northumberland County Council meeting scheduled for 14 January 2026 was set to cover a range of important local government matters. Key discussions were expected to include the annual safeguarding update, portfolio reports on public safety and adults' services and health, and interim reports from overview and scrutiny committees. The council was also scheduled to consider the approval of the Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026-27, the setting of the Council Tax Base for the same year, and the appointment of Independent Persons to standards committees.

Staff and Appointments Committee - Monday, 12th January, 2026 11.00 am

The Staff and Appointments Committee of Northumberland County Council met on Monday, 12 January 2026, to discuss and approve changes to senior management positions and to note the council's Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27. Key decisions included the creation of a new Director of Business Operations role, renaming of two existing director roles, and the deletion of a vacant director post, all aimed at streamlining operations and improving efficiency as part of the Ways of Working model.