Meeting, Agendas and Minutes

Meetings & Committees

Meetings of the Full Council and committees are held in the Council Chamber at the Town Hall, usually commencing at 7.30pm, unless otherwise stated on the agenda.

  • General Purposes Committee – first Monday of each month.
  • Planning Committee – second Monday of each month.
  • Finance & Policy Committee – third Monday of each month.
  • Full Council – fourth Monday of each month.
  • Interim Planning Committee Meetings- fourth Monday of each month after Full Council.
  • Human Resources Committee

The Town Assembly Meeting is held on the last Wednesday in April (except in an election year) in the Council Chamber commencing at 7.30pm.

The Statutory Annual Council Meeting is held on the 4th Monday in May except for the first meeting of the new Five Year Council Term when it will be the first meeting following the Local Council elections.

Get Involved: Observe or Participate in Meetings

Council meetings are open to the public and we welcome your attendance. It’s your chance to see local democracy in action and stay informed about decisions that affect your community.

  • When and Where: Meetings are held at the Town Hall, School Road, SP8 4QR. Details of upcoming meetings, including agendas and minutes, are published on our website, noticeboards and social media platforms.

  • Public Participation: Members of the public have the right to attend and observe meetings. A dedicated public session is held during each meeting where you can speak or ask questions on agenda items.

  • Join Remotely: You can also attend meetings online via Microsoft Teams. The joining link is included on the meeting agenda, which is published in advance on the council’s website.

  • Accessibility: We aim to make all meetings accessible. If you have any specific needs, please contact us in advance.

  • How to Submit Questions or Comments: If you wish to raise an issue, you can email us at GTC@gillinghamdorset-tc.gov.uk or write to us at the Town Hall.

Your input matters, and we encourage everyone to participate in shaping the future of Gillingham.

Click the meetings listed below to take you to the agendas and minutes for each meeting.

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