Warrington Borough Council will hold its next Full Council meeting on Monday 20 April 2026 at Parr Hall instead of its usual venue at the Town Hall Council Chamber. The council has advised residents that space at the Town Hall will be very limited and is encouraging members of the public to watch the meeting through a live online broadcast instead.
The move represents a significant reduction in available public seating. While Parr Hall serves as a concert venue with approximately 1,000 seats, the Town Hall chamber is much smaller. According to the Warrington Borough Council website, those who successfully submitted public questions by the 8 April deadline will still have their questions heard during the session, which begins at 6pm.
The meeting takes place as the council continues to manage a critical financial position. Following a period of government intervention that saw the appointment of ministerial envoys, the council is working through a recovery plan that includes £40m in budget cuts and a 7.48% increase in council tax for the 2026/27 year. This follows the approval of a budget in March 2026 that includes significant financial support from the government.
Among the items on the agenda, Independent Councillor Stuart Mann has submitted a formal question regarding £11.5 million in unspent developer contributions, known as Section 106 funds. These funds are typically collected from developers for infrastructure projects within the community.
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