Agenda

To confirm as a correct record the Minutes of the meeting of the Parish Partnership Panel held on 29 August 2024

Details of the matter to be raised should be provided in writing or by email to committee.services@tmbc.gov.uk at least 10 working days before the meeting.  This is so that a response can be provided on the evening of the meeting. Only one question may be submitted by a parish council due to the time limitations.

Opportunity for the new Chief Executive (Damian Roberts) to speak with Parish/Town Councils in respect of future collaborative working.

A joint presentation from a representative of Shipbourne Parish Council, the Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Regeneration and Property and the Climate Change Officer on the Community Energy Project and Climate Change initiatives.

At the request of the parish Vice-Chair on behalf of the Kent Association of Local Councils (Tonbridge and Malling), the Head of Planning and the Principal Enforcement Officer to provide an overview of the Planning enforcement services.

Members will receive a presentation providing an overview of the Community Enforcement Team that was operational across the borough between March and September 2024.

To consider any other issues raised at the meeting.  Any answers, actions and/or outcomes may be provided at the next meeting of the Parish Partnership Panel.

(1)            Biodiversity Net Gain – Implications for Parish/Town Councils

Parish/Town councils are advised to refer to the following links for useful information:

https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/kent-bng-site-register 

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/biodiversity-net-gain-exempt-developments

(2)            Update on the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and the Local Plan

Subject to publication of the final NPPF by the Government, any update, if available, will be provided by the Head of Planning.

(3)            Information on insulation of old houses on the Council website

Request to be clarified and information to be circulated either outside of the meeting or at the next meeting.

(4)            Review of Parish Partnership Panel

Initial responses are attached for information.  Parish/Town councils are encouraged to submit/provide further feedback in respect of options for future meetings of the Panel.

(5)            Work Programme 2025/26

The Work Programme setting out matters to be scrutinised during 2025 is attached for information.  Parish/town councils can suggest future items by liaising with the Chair of the Panel.