Oakham Town Council to Convene an extra Public Meeting on 25 March 2026

Oakham Town Council to Convene an extra Public Meeting on 25 March 2026

Residents in Oakham are invited to attend a extra meeting of Oakham Town Council, scheduled for Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 6:30pm. The session will take place at the council’s offices at Rol House on Long Row.

The meeting has been formally called by Town Clerk Chris Evans in accordance with the Local Government Act 1972. 

Public notice has been issued under the Act’s provisions, and the meeting will be open to both the press and members of the public. Attendees are advised that proceedings will be recorded or filmed.

The published agenda outlines a range of administrative and financial matters. Councillors will begin by addressing apologies for absence and declarations of interest, followed by a period allocated for public deputations. The council will then review and confirm the minutes from its previous meeting held on 11 March 2026.

https://oakhamtowncouncil.gov.uk/meetings-calendar/extraordinary-council-meeting-3/

Routine reports are expected from councillors, the chairman, and the clerk, alongside consideration of correspondence received. Financial items feature prominently, including the approval of payments exceeding £5,000 among them a proposed insurance payment of £6,004.38 to Zurich Insurance.

Members will also review the council’s annual insurance arrangements for the 2026–27 period and examine current bank statements and budget matters.

Governance and oversight are also on the agenda, with councillors set to consider the appointment of an internal auditor, named as Stuart McDonald of the Leicestershire and Rutland Association of Local Councils. Additionally, the council will review its asset register for the coming financial year.

Other items include the approval of a contractor for Oakham’s floral displays and discussion of a formal objection to revised parking charges implemented by Rutland County Council.

Towards the end of the meeting, councillors may vote to exclude the public and press to discuss confidential matters relating to individuals and financial affairs, as permitted under the Local Government Act. One such item concerns the possible renewal of a lease for Princess Avenue.

The next meeting of the council is scheduled for 8 April 2026. Residents are reminded that while the meeting is open, participation is generally limited to a designated public speaking period unless otherwise permitted by the chairman.