Councillor Stewart Adams

The Banff and Buchan Area Committee decided to delegate authority to the Head of Planning and Economy to grant Full Planning Permission for alterations and an extension to a dwellinghouse at 70 Church Street, Portsoy, subject to conditions. This decision was made on 05/05/2026.

The Banff and Buchan Area Committee of Aberdeenshire Council approved the Minute of Meeting of 10 March 2026 on 05/05/2026. The committee also agreed to dismiss Item 4 of outstanding business.

The Banff and Buchan Area Committee of Aberdeenshire Council agreed to the Public Sector Equality Duty on 05/05/2026. This decision involved reminding members of their legal duty under section 149 of the Equality Act 2010. The committee will consider Integrated Impact Assessments where proposals may have a differential impact on people with protected characteristics.

The Banff and Buchan Area Committee of Aberdeenshire Council agreed to dismiss Items 3 and 5 of outstanding business on 05/05/2026. Members also requested that an informal session with Economic Development be brought forward to an earlier date.

The Banff and Buchan Area Committee approved the Roads and Infrastructure Programmes of Work for 2026-27 on 05/05/2026. The committee also provided comments to the Infrastructure Services Committee regarding proposed capital works. These comments included ensuring local members are informed of street lighting changes, considering rural communities in place-based decisions, reviewing pothole repair prioritisation for safety, and requesting an update on energy-saving measures.