12 Aug 2026Hurstwood hedge no-actionPlanning Enforcement · planning— The committee approved the officer recommendation that it was not expedient to take enforcement action over the removal of part of the Hurstwood screening hedge. The case was closed with no further action, meaning the council avoided enforcement costs and any potential requirement to secure replanting works. The decision also leaves the existing fence and remaining boundary treatment in place.Spending
“The recommendation remains as per page 79 that it's not expedient to take enforcement action, the file be closed, and no further action being taken on this specific breach being considered. Thank you, Chairman.”
30 Jul 2026Affordable housing disposal principleHousing · finance resources— Cabinet had already taken an in-principle policy decision to support disposal of Vine Meadow Car Park for affordable housing. The decision was framed as part of a wider council priority to accelerate delivery of social rented housing using council-owned land, and as such it narrowed future options for the site.Policy
16 Jul 2026Biodiversity net gain upliftPlanning · full council— Council approved a motion to explore a higher biodiversity net gain requirement in the emerging local plan, potentially up to 20%, subject to evidence, viability and national planning policy. Members tied this to chalk stream protection, climate and ecological emergency commitments, and consultation with environmental stakeholders.Policy
16 Jul 2026Winklebury stadium lease dealLeisure · full council— The council is advancing a confidential revenue funding arrangement to support Basingstoke Town Community Football Club and the Winklebury Stadium complex. The deal is intended to secure the club a permanent home, with lease surrender and related legal steps to be completed through the revenue programme and MTFS update.Spending
16 Jul 2026CPO safeguard motion passedPlanning and Regeneration · full council— Council approved a motion seeking stronger protection for Southam and Buckskin residents affected by potential compulsory purchase for regeneration. The debate emphasised that CPO should be a last resort, residents should not be worse off, and the council should press government for stronger rights and clearer accountability.Policy
8 Jul 2026Church extension approvedPlanning · planning— The committee approved a major extension to St. Leonard's Church involving a single-storey extension, regraded footpaths, two air-source heat pumps, and cycle stands. The scheme was repeatedly described as necessary to improve accessibility, facilities, flexibility and security, while also supporting the church's wider community role. This represents capital works with associated building services and external works, and the conversation suggests the likely procurement of specialist heritage construction, mechanical services and landscaping contractors.Spending
Over the last 12 months, the most frequently discussed commercial topics in this council's meetings have been Construction & Building Works (59 mentions, rising), IT & Digital (45 mentions, easing), Professional Services (34 mentions, easing) and Highways & Transport (20 mentions, easing).
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