Cllr Sven Hocking
Email: sven.hocking@wiltshire.gov.uk
Council: Wiltshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
45 meetings · Page 2 of 9
Extraordinary meeting - On the rising of the ordinary meeting of Full Council taking place on 21 October 2025, not before 14:00, Council - Tuesday 21 October 2025 2.00 pm
The Wiltshire Council was scheduled to meet to discuss a statutory recommendation from external auditors, Grant Thornton, regarding delays in the preparation of the council's financial accounts. The council was expected to consider the recommendation and approve a response.
Southern Area Planning Committee - Thursday 9 October 2025 3.00 pm
The Southern Area Planning Committee met to discuss planning appeals and applications, with a significant focus on an application for a change of use of land at Poles Farm, Swallowcliffe. The committee voted to refuse the application at Poles Farm against officer recommendation, citing concerns over its compliance with local planning policies. The committee also reviewed several planning appeals and updates.
Southern Area Planning Committee - Thursday 18 September 2025 3.00 pm
The Southern Area Planning Committee met to discuss planning appeals and applications in the Southern Area of Wiltshire. Councillors approved the demolition of an existing dwelling and the erection of two detached dwellings at Glendale, Lopcombe Corner, subject to a legal agreement and conditions, after a motion to refuse the application was defeated. The committee also noted an update on planning appeals.
Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel - Thursday 11 September 2025 10.00 am
The Wiltshire Police and Crime Panel met to discuss police performance, financial pressures, and community safety partnerships. The panel received updates on crime statistics, call answering times, and initiatives to reduce violence and anti-social behaviour. Members also discussed the financial challenges facing Wiltshire Police and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC), and the need for a sustainable financial strategy.
Community Safety Event & Area Board, Salisbury Area Board - Thursday 11 September 2025 5.30 pm
The Salisbury Area Board met to discuss community grants, local highway improvements, and updates from partner organisations. The board approved funding for several community projects, including improvements to disabled access at the Bemerton Community Centre and a new lighting project for Salisbury Methodist Church. Councillors also discussed ongoing efforts to improve road safety and address traffic concerns in the area.
Decisions from Meetings
7 decisions · Page 1 of 2
Swindon and Wiltshire Economic Strategy
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 21 January 2025 10.00 am - January 21, 2025
...to approve the Swindon and Wiltshire Economic Strategy 2025-2036 and delegate final sign-off for publication to the Corporate Director, Place, in consultation with the Leader of the Council.
For Determination
Insurance Services Tender
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 21 January 2025 10.00 am - January 21, 2025
...to re-tender the Insurance Services contract and delegate the award of the contracts to the Corporate Director, Resources, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance, Development Management, and Strategic Planning.
For Determination
Climate Delivery Plans 2025 - 2027
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 21 January 2025 10.00 am - January 21, 2025
...to note the review of the 2022-2024 Climate Strategy Delivery Plan and Carbon Neutral Council Plan, and to endorse the draft 2025 Climate Delivery Plan for final approval by the Corporate Director, Place, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Waste and Environment.
For Determination
Safety Valve plan update & School's Block Transfer
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 21 January 2025 10.00 am - January 21, 2025
...to endorse a revised High Needs Block sustainability plan submitted to the Department for Education, seek their agreement for the plan, and request a school's block transfer adjustment of approximately 0.24% to support the plan's implementation without impacting school budgets.
For Determination
City Hall, Salisbury
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 21 January 2025 10.00 am - January 21, 2025
...to note the confidential information in the City Hall – Salisbury report's appendix, which covered offer assessments and financial details, to support a well-informed decision.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 45
Average per Month: 2.0
Decisions Recorded: 7