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RESOLVED: that the monitored results gathered in 2023 be noted and accepted and the 2024 Annual Progress Report (as attached as Appendix 1) be approved for submission to Welsh Government for approval by the 31st of December 2024.
RESOLVED: that the Council’s draft Coordinated Admissions Scheme 2027/2028 be determined.
RESOLVED: that the following resolutions be approved: 1. the calculation of the Council’s tax base for the year 2025/26 be approved. 2. that pursuant to this report and in accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) (Wales) Regulations 1995, as amended, the amount calculated by Cardiff Council as its Council Tax Base for the year 2025/26 shall be 153,582. 3. that pursuant to this report and in accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) (Wales) Regulations 1995, as amended, the amounts calculated by the Council as the Council Tax Base for the year 2025/26 in the community areas subject to a precept shall be as follows: Lisvane 3,200 Pentyrch 3,798 Radyr 4,169 St. Fagans 2,037 Old St. Mellons 2,692 Tongwynlais 835 4. that the arrangements for the payment of precepts in 2025/26 to the Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales be by equal instalments on the last working day of each month from April 2025 to March 2026; and to the Community Councils, be by one payment on the first working day of April 2025, reflecting the same basis as that used in 2024/25; and the precepting authorities be advised accordingly.
RESOLVED: that the content of the Corporate Risk Register and the process in place to effectively manage the Council’s Risk Management Strategy be noted.
RESOLVED: that • the mid-year assessment of the Council’s performance as set out in this report and Appendix A, including the delivery of key commitments and priorities at the end of Quarter 2 of 2024/25, and the actions being taken to ensure the effective delivery of the Corporate Plan 2024-27 be noted. • the response to any recommendations made by the Policy Review and Performance (PRAP) Scrutiny Committee in relation to the draft mid-year assessment be considered and agreed. • Authority be delegated to the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Finance, Modernisation & Performance to make any consequential amendments to the draft mid-year assessment required to reflect the response to PRAP Scrutiny Committee recommendations (agreed under recommendation 2).
RESOLVED: that a) the proposed approach for rent and service charge setting for Council owned dwellings for financial year 2025/26 be approved. b) the financial pressures on the HRA be noted. c) the support available for tenants who may be struggling financially be noted.
RESOLVED: that 1) the procurement process for the appointment of a preferred bidder for the Cardiff and Vale Housing Partnership (CVHP) be noted. 2) the outcome of the Competitive dialogue procurement process which identifies the preferred bidder be noted and the appointment of the preferred bidder identified in Exempt Appendix A as our development partner for the CVHP be approved. 3) the list of specific development sites to be included within the partnership programme be approved to enable a defined development pipeline for the life of the partnership. 4) authority be delegated to the Corporate Director People & Communities in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities to conclude all matters arising from this report required to conclude the appointment of preferred bidder, including: a. Approve the final contract wording and enter into the Partnership Agreement for the whole programme with the preferred bidder. b. Subsequently enter into (pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement) Pre-Contract Services Agreements, Construction Contracts and Development Agreements (as the case may be on a site-specific basis) and any other ancillary contracts or agreements as sites are drawn down in line with Site Approval Process set out in Exempt Appendix D following all necessary due diligence and confirmation that the scheme is within viability parameters.
RESOLVED: that 1) the Special Procedures functions which are required by law to be discharged by the statutory Licensing Committee, within its approved Terms of Reference, and the proposed arrangements in this regard, as set out in paragraph 10 of the report be noted; 2) the delegation to the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Committee of all Executive functions under the following Parts of the Public Health (Wales) Act 2017 and regulations made thereunder be approved: (i) Part 3 Chapter 1, Smoke free premises, places and vehicles; (ii) Part 4, Special Procedures; and (iii) Part 5, Intimate piercing on children; 3) It be noted and agreed that the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Committee will be responsible for granting all authorisations and delegations required by the Head of the Shared Regulatory Service and SRS officers in order to effectively discharge the delegated functions; 4) the amendment of the SRS Joint Working Agreement to reflect the arrangements approved under recommendations 1, 2 and 3 above be approved; and 5) the Director of Governance & Legal Services be authorised, in consultation with the relevant Cabinet member, to agree the terms and execute the required Deed of Variation to the Joint Working Agreement.
The minutes of the 24 October and 21 November 2024 were approved as amended.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that the monitored results gathered in 2023 be noted and accepted and the 2024 Annual Progress Report (as attached as Appendix 1) be approved for submission to Welsh Government for approval by the 31st of December 2024.
Cllr Joe Carter declared a personal interest in item 2, as he works for a charity that campaigns against air pollution. Cabinet received the annual air quality monitoring report for 2024, which provided a comprehensive overview of air quality data collected in 2023 within the Cardiff Council area. The report highlights the significant progress made in improving air quality, with all monitoring sites demonstrating compliance with national air quality objectives for Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) and Particulate Matter (PM10 and PM2.5). The data showed a notable decrease in NO2 concentrations at various locations, including the Cardiff City Centre AQMA, Ely Bridge AQMA, Llandaff AQMA, and Stephenson Court. The report emphasizes the ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance air quality through the implementation of the Clean Air Plan and the installation of additional monitoring sensors across the city. These sensors have further improved the Council's ability to assess air quality and ensure compliance with national standards. The importance of continued collaboration with Welsh Government and other stakeholders to sustain these improvements and address any emerging air quality challenges was noted. The report highlights the potential revocation of certain AQMAs, such as Ely Bridge and Stephenson Court, due to consistent compliance with air quality standards, it was noted that the Council will undertake detailed assessments to ensure that compliance will continue before making any decisions on revocation. The need to review and update the Clean Air Strategy and Action Plan to align with current commitments and ensure ongoing improvements in Cardiff's air quality was noted. The report was considered by the Environmental Scrutiny Committee on 5 December 2024, and the letter from the Chairperson circulated at the Cabinet meeting. RESOLVED: that the monitored results gathered in 2023 be noted and accepted and the 2024 Annual Progress Report (as attached as Appendix 1) be approved for submission to Welsh Government for approval by the 31st of December 2024.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that the Council’s draft Coordinated Admissions Scheme 2027/2028 be determined.
Cabinet considered a report regarding Coordinated Admission Arrangements for 2027/28 in line with School Admission Arrangements and Miscellaneous Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2024. The regulations mandate each Local Authority in Wales to formulate a coordinated school admissions scheme for all maintained mainstream schools in their area, starting from the 2027-28 academic year. . The report notes that Cardiff Council already has a coordinated school admissions process as part of its Admissions Arrangements. However, the new regulations require this process to be formalised with a published scheme that sets out the process of school admission applications using a common application form and mandatory dates for each stage of the process. The scheme must ensure that applicants receive no more than a single offer of admission for a child to a maintained school. The consultation on the Council’s draft Coordinated Admissions Scheme 2027/2028 was issued on 8 October 2024 and closed on 4 November 2024. The consultation involved the Admissions Forum, governing bodies of maintained schools, and other local authorities likely to be affected by the scheme. The report summarises the responses received during the consultation period, including concerns about the early deadline for secondary school applications and the potential impact on disadvantaged families. In response to the feedback, the Council acknowledges the challenges posed by the earlier closing date but emphasized the need to comply with the 2024 Regulations. The Council also commits to working closely with primary and secondary schools to assist parents with their applications and to consider options for opening the secondary school admissions process earlier than in previous years. RESOLVED: that the Council’s draft Coordinated Admissions Scheme 2027/2028 be determined.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that the following resolutions be approved: 1. the calculation of the Council’s tax base for the year 2025/26 be approved. 2. that pursuant to this report and in accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) (Wales) Regulations 1995, as amended, the amount calculated by Cardiff Council as its Council Tax Base for the year 2025/26 shall be 153,582. 3. that pursuant to this report and in accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) (Wales) Regulations 1995, as amended, the amounts calculated by the Council as the Council Tax Base for the year 2025/26 in the community areas subject to a precept shall be as follows: Lisvane 3,200 Pentyrch 3,798 Radyr 4,169 St. Fagans 2,037 Old St. Mellons 2,692 Tongwynlais 835 4. that the arrangements for the payment of precepts in 2025/26 to the Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales be by equal instalments on the last working day of each month from April 2025 to March 2026; and to the Community Councils, be by one payment on the first working day of April 2025, reflecting the same basis as that used in 2024/25; and the precepting authorities be advised accordingly.
Cabinet considered a report regarding the Council Tax Base for 2025/26. The report seeks approval for the Council Tax Base calculation for the year 2025/26, which is a statutory requirement under the Local Government Finance Act 1992. The calculation is essential for determining the Council Tax charges and the distribution of the Revenue Support Grant by the Welsh Government. The report detailed the methodology used to calculate the Council Tax Base, including the determination of chargeable dwellings in each valuation band, adjustments for disablement reductions, discounts for disregarded individuals, and premiums on long-term empty properties and second homes. The total number of band D equivalent properties was calculated to be 153,582 for 2025/26, reflecting an increase of 2,210 properties compared to the previous year. The report highlights the financial implications of the Council Tax Base calculation. The estimated additional revenue generated from the increased tax base is £4,029,692, with £779,401 allocated to the Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales and £3,250,291 to Cardiff Council. It was noted that the ultimate collection rate remains at 98.5%, despite recent challenges such as the Covid-19 pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis. RESOLVED: that the following resolutions be approved: 1. the calculation of the Council’s tax base for the year 2025/26 be approved. 2. that pursuant to this report and in accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) (Wales) Regulations 1995, as amended, the amount calculated by Cardiff Council as its Council Tax Base for the year 2025/26 shall be 153,582. 3. that pursuant to this report and in accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) (Wales) Regulations 1995, as amended, the amounts calculated by the Council as the Council Tax Base for the year 2025/26 in the community areas subject to a precept shall be as follows: Lisvane 3,200 Pentyrch 3,798 Radyr 4,169 St. Fagans 2,037 Old St. Mellons 2,692 Tongwynlais 835 4. that the arrangements for the payment of precepts in 2025/26 to the Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales be by equal instalments on the last working day of each month from April 2025 to March 2026; and to the Community Councils, be by one payment on the first working day of April 2025, reflecting the same basis as that used in 2024/25; and the precepting authorities be advised accordingly.
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Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that the content of the Corporate Risk Register and the process in place to effectively manage the Council’s Risk Management Strategy be noted.
Cabinet received the Corporate Risk Register Report which provides an update on the risk management position at quarter two 2024/25 and highlights any changes from the quarter four 2023/24 report. The report emphasizes the importance of effective risk management in achieving the Council's corporate objectives and priorities. The report detailed the risk management process, which involves each Directorate maintaining a Directorate Risk Register (DRR) and the Senior Management Team (SMT) collectively owning a Corporate Risk Register (CRR). At the quarter two position, 258 risks were reported from DRRs, with nineteen Directorate risks carried forward as SMT escalated risks. The Budget Monitoring (Control) residual risk was revised from C2 to B2, reflecting the significant challenge of returning the financial position to a balanced one by the end of the year. The Cabinet acknowledged the importance of continuous risk management and the need for accurate and timely updates to ensure the Council's financial stability and governance. RESOLVED: that the content of the Corporate Risk Register and the process in place to effectively manage the Council’s Risk Management Strategy be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that • the mid-year assessment of the Council’s performance as set out in this report and Appendix A, including the delivery of key commitments and priorities at the end of Quarter 2 of 2024/25, and the actions being taken to ensure the effective delivery of the Corporate Plan 2024-27 be noted. • the response to any recommendations made by the Policy Review and Performance (PRAP) Scrutiny Committee in relation to the draft mid-year assessment be considered and agreed. • Authority be delegated to the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Finance, Modernisation & Performance to make any consequential amendments to the draft mid-year assessment required to reflect the response to PRAP Scrutiny Committee recommendations (agreed under recommendation 2).
Cabinet received the Mid-year performance report for 2024/25. The report provides a comprehensive assessment of the Council's progress against its Well-being Objectives as outlined in the Corporate Plan 2024-27. The report highlights several areas of progress and improvement. Notably, the sustained improvement in education, with attainment outcomes for pupils above the Welsh average for GCSE and A-Level results. The Striving for Excellence in Children’s Service Strategy has resulted in a significant reduction in the number of children in care, emphasizing support for families to keep children at home where safe. Additionally, improvements in hospital discharge pathways and the Council's response to the cost-of-living crisis were noted, with effective delivery of support and benefits. However, the report also highlights areas of strategic challenge and corporate improvement priorities. These include managing increased demand and complexity across Council services, ensuring financial and service resilience, addressing workforce pressures, and responding to new risks and issues. The need for a sustained cross-Council and multi-agency response to these challenges, with a focus on proactive workforce planning, enhanced programme arrangements, and comprehensive risk monitoring was acknowledged. The report was considered by the Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee a letter received from the Chairperson was circulated at the meeting. RESOLVED: that • the mid-year assessment of the Council’s performance as set out in this report and Appendix A, including the delivery of key commitments and priorities at the end of Quarter 2 of 2024/25, and the actions being taken to ensure the effective delivery of the Corporate Plan 2024-27 be noted. • the response to any recommendations made by the Policy Review and Performance (PRAP) Scrutiny Committee in relation to the draft mid-year assessment be considered and agreed. • Authority be delegated to the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Finance, Modernisation & Performance to make any consequential amendments to the draft mid-year assessment required to reflect the response to PRAP Scrutiny Committee recommendations (agreed under recommendation 2).
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that a) the proposed approach for rent and service charge setting for Council owned dwellings for financial year 2025/26 be approved. b) the financial pressures on the HRA be noted. c) the support available for tenants who may be struggling financially be noted.
Cllr Ash Lister declared a personal interest in Item 7, as he has a family member who is a Council tenant Cabinet considered a report outlining proposals for the rent setting of Council-owned dwellings for the financial year 2025/26. The report highlights the financial pressures and proposed efficiencies identified to date in the Housing Revenue Account (HRA). The report recommends that the rent uplift be set at the maximum allowable rate of 2.7% for Council-owned dwellings. Additionally, the report proposed setting service charges that better reflect the cost of providing the service from April 2025. It was noted that the purpose of reviewing rents is to ensure the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) has enough income to provide quality and value for money housing services for current and future tenants. The report details the impact of the proposed rent increase on the HRA, noting that the rate of CPI in September 2024 was 1.7%, resulting in a total maximum rent increase allowable under the rent policy for 2025/26 of 2.7%. The challenges and demands on the HRA, including increased costs for housing repairs, higher interest rates impacting borrowing costs, and the need to build and acquire new homes to meet the needs of future tenants was noted. In addition, the impact on tenants was also considered, with the report noting that Cardiff Council’s rents would continue to represent good value for money compared to private sector rent levels. The report emphasizes the importance of providing support to tenants who may struggle with rent payments and highlighted the various support services available to assist tenants. The Community & Adult Services Scrutiny Committee considered the report and a letter from the Chairperson was circulated to the Cabinet prior to the meeting. RESOLVED: that a) the proposed approach for rent and service charge setting for Council owned dwellings for financial year 2025/26 be approved. b) the financial pressures on the HRA be noted. c) the support available for tenants who may be struggling financially be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that 1) the procurement process for the appointment of a preferred bidder for the Cardiff and Vale Housing Partnership (CVHP) be noted. 2) the outcome of the Competitive dialogue procurement process which identifies the preferred bidder be noted and the appointment of the preferred bidder identified in Exempt Appendix A as our development partner for the CVHP be approved. 3) the list of specific development sites to be included within the partnership programme be approved to enable a defined development pipeline for the life of the partnership. 4) authority be delegated to the Corporate Director People & Communities in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities to conclude all matters arising from this report required to conclude the appointment of preferred bidder, including: a. Approve the final contract wording and enter into the Partnership Agreement for the whole programme with the preferred bidder. b. Subsequently enter into (pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement) Pre-Contract Services Agreements, Construction Contracts and Development Agreements (as the case may be on a site-specific basis) and any other ancillary contracts or agreements as sites are drawn down in line with Site Approval Process set out in Exempt Appendix D following all necessary due diligence and confirmation that the scheme is within viability parameters.
Appendix A, B, & C and parts of Appendix F to this report are not for publication as they contain exempt information of the description contained in paragraph 14 and 16 of Part 4 and paragraph 21 of Part 5 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972 Cabinet considered a report regarding the proposed Second Housing Partnership Scheme. The report highlights the outcome of the competitive dialogue procurement process, identifying the preferred bidder and sought approval for their appointment. Additionally, the report seeks approval for the list of specific development sites to be included within the partnership programme, ensuring a defined development pipeline for the duration of the partnership. The Council's commitment to delivering high-quality, energy-efficient homes across the city to increase the supply of affordable housing was noted. The Council's first Housing Partnership, the Cardiff Living Programme, is cited as an award-winning initiative that successfully delivered around 1,700 new homes. The experience gained from this partnership provides strong evidence of the benefits of delivering the remaining sites through a new partnership arrangement. The report was considered by the Community & Adult Services Scrutiny Committee and a letter from the Chairperson was circulated to the Cabinet prior to the meeting. RESOLVED: that 1) the procurement process for the appointment of a preferred bidder for the Cardiff and Vale Housing Partnership (CVHP) be noted. 2) the outcome of the Competitive dialogue procurement process which identifies the preferred bidder be noted and the appointment of the preferred bidder identified in Exempt Appendix A as our development partner for the CVHP be approved. 3) the list of specific development sites to be included within the partnership programme be approved to enable a defined development pipeline for the life of the partnership. 4) authority be delegated to the Corporate Director People & Communities in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities to conclude all matters arising from this report required to conclude the appointment of preferred bidder, including: a. Approve the final contract wording and enter into the Partnership Agreement for the whole programme with the preferred bidder. b. Subsequently enter into (pursuant to the terms of the Partnership Agreement) Pre-Contract Services Agreements, Construction Contracts and Development Agreements (as the case may be on a site-specific basis) and any other ancillary contracts or agreements as sites are drawn down in line with Site Approval Process set out in Exempt Appendix D following all necessary due diligence and confirmation that the scheme is within viability parameters.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: that 1) the Special Procedures functions which are required by law to be discharged by the statutory Licensing Committee, within its approved Terms of Reference, and the proposed arrangements in this regard, as set out in paragraph 10 of the report be noted; 2) the delegation to the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Committee of all Executive functions under the following Parts of the Public Health (Wales) Act 2017 and regulations made thereunder be approved: (i) Part 3 Chapter 1, Smoke free premises, places and vehicles; (ii) Part 4, Special Procedures; and (iii) Part 5, Intimate piercing on children; 3) It be noted and agreed that the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Committee will be responsible for granting all authorisations and delegations required by the Head of the Shared Regulatory Service and SRS officers in order to effectively discharge the delegated functions; 4) the amendment of the SRS Joint Working Agreement to reflect the arrangements approved under recommendations 1, 2 and 3 above be approved; and 5) the Director of Governance & Legal Services be authorised, in consultation with the relevant Cabinet member, to agree the terms and execute the required Deed of Variation to the Joint Working Agreement.
Cllr Joe Carter declared a personal interest in item 9, as he works for a charity that campaigns against smoking. Cabinet received a report regarding the delegation of 'Special Procedures' and other regulatory functions introduced by the Public Health (Wales) Act 2017. The report, outlines the need for approval of the delegation to the Shared Regulatory Service (SRS) of these new functions, which have now been brought into force. The report notes the Public Health (Wales) Act 2017, which received Royal Assent on 3rd July 2017, introduced several new provisions, including the 'Special Procedures' regime implemented at the end of November 2024. This regime mandates a licensing scheme for practitioners and businesses carrying out tattooing, piercing, acupuncture, and electrolysis in Wales. The report emphasises the dual role of the SRS in administering the licensing schemes for both practitioners and premises and enforcing the law through inspections and other means to ensure compliance. It also notes that the cost of administering and enforcing the new licensing regime would be covered by the licence fees, as no additional funding available to local authorities for implementation. RESOLVED: that 1) the Special Procedures functions which are required by law to be discharged by the statutory Licensing Committee, within its approved Terms of Reference, and the proposed arrangements in this regard, as set out in paragraph 10 of the report be noted; 2) the delegation to the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Committee of all Executive functions under the following Parts of the Public Health (Wales) Act 2017 and regulations made thereunder be approved: (i) Part 3 Chapter 1, Smoke free premises, places and vehicles; (ii) Part 4, Special Procedures; and (iii) Part 5, Intimate piercing on children; 3) It be noted and agreed that the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Committee will be responsible for granting all authorisations and delegations required by the Head of the Shared Regulatory Service and SRS officers in order to effectively discharge the delegated functions; 4) the amendment of the SRS Joint Working Agreement to reflect the arrangements approved under recommendations 1, 2 and 3 above be approved; and 5) the Director of Governance & Legal Services be authorised, in consultation with the relevant Cabinet member, to agree the terms and execute the required Deed of Variation to the Joint Working Agreement.
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