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RESOLVED (a) That the report be noted. (b) That authority be delegated to the Chief Executive of Pembrokeshire County Council to participate and vote in the recruitment panel convened by the Project Board for the appointment of the Chief Executive, Celtic Freeport. (c) That Officers work through the Freeport Board to seek the ability to use Freeport seed corn funding to support initial costs incurred in support of the spatial planning requirements.
RESOLVED (a) That the Officers’ evaluation of the consultation responses received, as set out in Appendix A, be agreed. (b) That, subject to any minor modifications proposed by Cabinet today or by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority at their 20September 2023 meeting, the Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) document be adopted, as presented in the various components of Appendix B, as SPG to the current Pembrokeshire County Council Local Development Plan (adopted on 28 February 2013). (c) That authority be delegated to the Head of Planning to make further minor edits, to include taking account of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s consideration of the representations on the Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance. Any proposed changes by either the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority or by Pembrokeshire County Council which are of a substantive nature will be reported back to Cabinet for further consideration.
RESOLVED (a) That no use of the available powers under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) since the last inspection by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) in 2019, be noted. (b) That the Council’s RIPA Policy, attached at Appendix 1 to the report, be noted that it does not require any further amendments.
RESOLVED That the draft Minutes of the Sustainable Communities for Learning Strategic Programme Board meeting held on 20 July 2023, be noted.
RESOLVED That the proposal to extend the catchment area of Ysgol Brynconin and Ysgol Maenclochog with effect from September 2024, be approved. [HE1]Added to the FWP under December at the moment
RESOLVED (a) That the Corporate and Financial Planning Timetable for 2024-25 be noted. (b) That each element of the proposed Budget Strategy for 2024-25 and beyond be considered, noting any financial risks and challenges highlighted. (c) That the Budget Strategy for 2024-25 and beyond be approved.
RESOLVED That the report be received and the progress, which continues to be made, on the improvement of the delivery of Social Services during 2022/23, be noted.
RESOLVED That the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) be supported by agreeing to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) leasing these 10 properties to the families directly. The Pembrokeshire Migration Partnership Board and delivery team will manage the Afghan resettlement scheme using the infrastructure currently in place.
RESOLVED (a) That the appointment of additional contractors to the minor works framework be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Director of Social Services and Housing to make the awards of a position on the framework, provided that any contractor to be appointed has first passed the relevant qualification criteria (as advised by the Authority’s Procurement Team). (c) That the modification of existing framework terms such that the additional scaffolding rate of £750 applies to all scaffolding works, irrespective of height, be approved.
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Councillor Paul Miller Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Jon Harvey. The vote was taken by way of a show of hands and carried. RESOLVED That the Minutes of the Cabinet Meeting held on 4 September 2023 be approved as a correct record.
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RESOLVED (a) That the report be noted. (b) That authority be delegated to the Chief Executive of Pembrokeshire County Council to participate and vote in the recruitment panel convened by the Project Board for the appointment of the Chief Executive, Celtic Freeport. (c) That Officers work through the Freeport Board to seek the ability to use Freeport seed corn funding to support initial costs incurred in support of the spatial planning requirements.
Cabinet considered a report by the Assistant Chief Executive which outlined recent developments in the progress of establishing the Celtic Freeport. Councillor Paul Miller, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Place, the Region and Climate Change, introduced the report and reminded Cabinet that the Celtic Freeport bid had been successful in obtaining Freeport designation, and that Officers continued to work in partnership with Neath Port Talbot Council, Associated British Ports and the Port of Milford Haven. He stated that the report outlined various matters that were currently ongoing, such as the Outline Business Case and the formation of a Limited Company. He stated that the report mainly referred to the recruitment of a permanent Chief Executive, where delegated authority was required in order for the Chief Executive of the Council to sit on and vote on the Appointments Panel. He added that interim arrangements were currently in place, as previously agreed.Councillor Miller also referred to the various risks outlined in the report, especially in relation to rate retention. He stated that it was very important that clarity with the Freeport deals in England was achieved, in order to ensure that the rate retention mechanisms would allow future investment in the infrastructure necessary to deliver the Celtic Freeport. Councillor Paul Miller Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Jon Harvey. Councillor Jon Harvey stated that rate retention was crucially important, and sought clarification as to whether there was a positive outlook from the UK and Welsh Governments regarding this matter. In response, Councillor Miller stated that he could not give a definitive answer, but in his opinion he believed a positive outcome would be achieved, but that the discussion was ongoing. He explained that rates worked differently in Wales compared to England, and that Welsh Government was concerned about displacement. He highlighted that he had been engaging with Ministers to get the Authority’s point across, but that he saw there being regional benefits to the Freeport in regards to opportunity for investment. The Leader thanked Councillor Miller for the update and stated that it was an excellent way forward. Councillor Miller highlighted conversations had with the Chief Executive regarding the appointment of the Celtic Freeport Chief Executive. He stated that it would not be appropriate for the appointment to be a public sector appointment, but instead a matter for the Freeport Company. He referred to interim arrangements and the terms and conditions of role, particularly around incentives for the individual employed. The Chief Executive stated that an interim arrangement may be required, as the Freeport Company, limited by guarantee, may not be established as an employing entity until early 2024, therefore there may be a small period of time under which the Chief Executive would need to be employed under different arrangements. In regards to the Outline Business Case, the Chief Executive stated that the final draft would be brought back to Cabinet for endorsement in November or December of this year, before being submitted to the UK and Welsh Governments. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors David Simpson, Paul Miller, Michelle Bateman, Alec Cormack, Jon Harvey, Neil Prior, Rhys Sinnett and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the report be noted. (b) That authority be delegated to the Chief Executive of Pembrokeshire County Council to participate and vote in the recruitment panel convened by the Project Board for the appointment of the Chief Executive, Celtic Freeport. (c) That Officers work through the Freeport Board to seek the ability to use Freeport seed corn funding to support initial costs incurred in support of the spatial planning requirements.
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RESOLVED (a) That the Officers’ evaluation of the consultation responses received, as set out in Appendix A, be agreed. (b) That, subject to any minor modifications proposed by Cabinet today or by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority at their 20September 2023 meeting, the Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) document be adopted, as presented in the various components of Appendix B, as SPG to the current Pembrokeshire County Council Local Development Plan (adopted on 28 February 2013). (c) That authority be delegated to the Head of Planning to make further minor edits, to include taking account of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s consideration of the representations on the Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance. Any proposed changes by either the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority or by Pembrokeshire County Council which are of a substantive nature will be reported back to Cabinet for further consideration.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Planning which outlined responses received to the recent public consultation on a draft version of the joint Pembrokeshire County Council and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) document. Councillor Jon Harvey, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Planning and Housing Delivery, introduced the report and stated that the table of comments received, outlined in Appendix A, had been prepared jointly by Officers of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority and the Authority. He stated that 39 representations were received during the public consultation and that the issues raised at consultation stage related primarily to matters of detail, and various changes to the consultation document were proposed in response. He highlighted that the detail of who responded and the Authority's response on individual points was recorded within Appendix A and was reflected in the various components of Appendix B to the report. Councillor Jon Harvey Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Neil Prior. Councillor Paul Miller sought reassurance that this was a pro-development charter. In response, Councillor Harvey confirmed this to be the case and explained that the guidance outlined how planning applications should be submitted. The Head of Planning agreed with this and explained that the SPG was there to assist developers looking to submit applications and the various aspects to be taken into account when submitting, particularly in regards to large scale offshore wind turbines, where environmental statements would be required. Councillor Prior sought clarification in terms of how enabling or restricting the guidance was, especially in relation to renewable energy. In response, the Head of Planning reiterated that the guidance was there to assist developers, and that there was a strong policy background for renewable energy, therefore the guidance would not discourage the pursuit of renewable schemes. Councillor Prior then referred to page 175 and wished for the word ‘minor’ to be removed in relation to Porthgain. The Head of Planning agreed to do so. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors David Simpson, Paul Miller, Michelle Bateman, Alec Cormack, Jon Harvey, Neil Prior, Rhys Sinnett and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the Officers’ evaluation of the consultation responses received, as set out in Appendix A, be agreed. (b) That, subject to any minor modifications proposed by Cabinet today or by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority at their 20September 2023 meeting, the Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) document be adopted, as presented in the various components of Appendix B, as SPG to the current Pembrokeshire County Council Local Development Plan (adopted on 28 February 2013). (c) That authority be delegated to the Head of Planning to make further minor edits, to include taking account of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s consideration of the representations on the Seascape Character Supplementary Planning Guidance. Any proposed changes by either the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority or by Pembrokeshire County Council which are of a substantive nature will be reported back to Cabinet for further consideration.
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RESOLVED (a) That no use of the available powers under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) since the last inspection by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) in 2019, be noted. (b) That the Council’s RIPA Policy, attached at Appendix 1 to the report, be noted that it does not require any further amendments.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Law and Governance which outlined the Council’s use of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 and its Policy approved in 2022. The Leader, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Corporate Matters, introduced the report and stated that the Policy advised that Elected Members should review the Authority's use of covert surveillance and covert human intelligence sources at least once a year, but highlighted that the Authority had not made any use of the powers requiring RIPA authorisation in the last year. The Leader then made reference to a correction that needed to be made on the report, which referred to the last Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) own inspection being in 2019, however, a desktop inspection was undertaken in October 2022. He highlighted that e-mails were regularly sent reminding Officers of the types of activities that would require RIPA authorisation, as well as regular training being offered, with the last training having taken place on 30 September 2022. The Leader Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alec Cormack. The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED (a) That no use of the available powers under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) since the last inspection by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) in 2019, be noted. (b) That the Council’s RIPA Policy, attached at Appendix 1 to the report, be noted that it does not require any further amendments.
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RESOLVED That the draft Minutes of the Sustainable Communities for Learning Strategic Programme Board meeting held on 20 July 2023, be noted.
Cabinet considered a report by the Interim Director of Resources which outlined the draft Minutes of Meeting of the Sustainable Communities for Learning Strategic Programme Board held on 20 July 2023. Councillor Guy Woodham, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Education and Welsh Language, introduced the report and stated that work was ongoing in relation to the funding proposal for the Milford Haven School Capital Projects. He stated that he had hoped an update regarding Ysgol Bro Preseli would have been presented to Cabinet, however due to capacity and time challenges, it was not possible. He highlighted that the next meeting of the Sustainable Communities for Learning Strategic Programme Board was due to take place on 6 October 2023 and hoped that updates would be provided at that meeting. He also highlighted that there were timeline pressures in relation to the rolling programme, required by Welsh Government by the end of March 2024, therefore there was some urgency in ensuring that reports were as informative as possible when such matters needed to be considered by Cabinet or full Council. Councillor Guy Woodham Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alec Cormack. The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the draft Minutes of the Sustainable Communities for Learning Strategic Programme Board meeting held on 20 July 2023, be noted.
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RESOLVED That the proposal to extend the catchment area of Ysgol Brynconin and Ysgol Maenclochog with effect from September 2024, be approved. [HE1]Added to the FWP under December at the moment
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Education which outlined the amendment to the school catchment areas for Ysgol Brynconin and Ysgol Maenclochog. Councillor Guy Woodham, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Education and Welsh Language, introduced the report and highlighted the background and context of the catchment area and review, as outlined in the report. He then referred to the following principles, relevant during the review of the school’s catchment area: a) Recognition that current arrangements formed as a result of factors in the past are not necessarily those which serve children best for the future; b) Recognition that arrangements and services should provide consistency and equality throughout the County unless there are material factors which indicate to the contrary; c) Recognition of the fact that changes in catchment areas do not change statutory rights of parents to express parental preference; d) Recognition that both transport policies and parental responsibilities for transporting children to and from schools apply equally throughout the County; e) Consequently removal of historical anomalies may be necessary; f) Recognition that future catchment boundaries should aim to keep communities together in preference to following geographical features. Councillor Woodham then highlighted the proposal that would come into effect from September 2024, as outlined in the report, as well as the conclusions which referred to school capacity, parental preference, equality of access to Welsh medium education provision, consultation responses and potential increased costs. Councillor Guy Woodham Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Jon Harvey. Councillor Paul Miller sought clarification as to whether engagement with the local community on this matter was positive. He also questioned whether new provision for Welsh Medium schools had the potential to reduce numbers in English Medium schools over time, potentially creating capacity issues. In response, Councillor Woodham stated that the majority of consultation responses received were supportive of the proposal. In regards to student capacity, he explained that no changes to catchment areas for English Medium schools were planned, and that the outlined proposal was focused on addressing the Authority’s aspiration in relation to the Welsh Education Strategic Plan (WESP), in order to give learners the opportunity of a Welsh Medium education. He stated that there was no intention within the proposal to disadvantage English Medium schools. Councillor Miller agreed with the points made but wished for reassurance in regards to the schools pupils may move from in order to attend the Welsh Medium schools, as well as the effect this would have on the English Medium schools. In response, the Director of Education stated that the proposal may help deal with the oversubscription in the Tavernspite area and that he was not expecting any particular number of pupils to transfer from English to Welsh Medium provision, and stated that the numbers were generally low in regards to pupils moving schools. He stated that the proposal would also help to deal with the equalities issue, where no Welsh Medium provision was offered, and would ultimately support the targets set out in the WESP. Councillor Miller then sought clarification in regards to analysis of new entrants, to which the Director responded by stating that it was unlikely that significant numbers of pupils transferring would be seen. Councillor Alec Cormack asked the Director to come back to a future meeting [HE1] of Cabinet with a comparison of whether the policies within Pembrokeshire, in regards to parental choice, differed from other areas in Wales, as well as whether that would lead to difficulties in planning and the capacity of school places around the County. The Director stated that the policies would not be different compared to other areas in Wales, and confirmed that he would be happy to bring further detail to a future meeting of Cabinet. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors David Simpson, Paul Miller, Michelle Bateman, Alec Cormack, Jon Harvey, Neil Prior, Rhys Sinnett and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the proposal to extend the catchment area of Ysgol Brynconin and Ysgol Maenclochog with effect from September 2024, be approved. [HE1]Added to the FWP under December at the moment
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RESOLVED (a) That the Corporate and Financial Planning Timetable for 2024-25 be noted. (b) That each element of the proposed Budget Strategy for 2024-25 and beyond be considered, noting any financial risks and challenges highlighted. (c) That the Budget Strategy for 2024-25 and beyond be approved.
Cabinet considered a joint report by the Assistant Chief Executive and the Interim Director of Resources which outlined the corporate and financial planning timetable and budget strategy leading to the Budget for 2024-25 and Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) 2024-25 to 2027-28 being approved by Council on 7 March 2024. Councillor Alec Cormack, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Corporate Finance, introduced the report and stated that the Financial Planning timetable was completed on an annual basis and since the previous year, it had been enhanced to incorporate both corporate and financial planning events. He stated that the Welsh Government had given clear indications that they were facing the most challenging public sector financing environment since devolution, and that there would be considerable doubt as to whether the 3.1% indicative increase in Welsh Government financing would be achieved for the year. He highlighted that the Authority faced a potential projected funding gap of £20 million for 2024-2025, said to be filled by a combination of Council Tax and budget savings, possibly supplemented by the use of Reserves. He highlighted the next Members’ budget seminar, due to take place in October, where budget savings measures would be discussed, and that 31 October 2023 was the final date for opposition groups or individual Councillors to bring forward alternative budget proposals. Councillor Cormack then highlighted that there was a typo on page 258 of the Agenda, where an outdated figure of £14.51 million had been added. He stated that this was the figure for 2022-2023 and that it had been increased as a result of Customer Price Inflation (CPI) to £15.98 million, as part of the 2023-2024 budget approval process. Councillor Alec Cormack Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Neil Prior. Councillor Neil Prior commented that it was a very difficult situation, but the comprehensive timetables that had been outlined provided opportunities for people to engage and contribute. The Leader stated that Welsh Government was able to provide a generous settlement for the previous year, however, as it was now facing budgetary issues, a similar settlement was unlikely to be received, which would result in another difficult year in regards to the budget. Councillor Cormack agreed and highlighted that there seemed to be no obvious material change to the figures for 2024-2025. Councillor Rhys Sinnett sought clarification as to the latest date that future cost improvements could be discussed and decided on, in order to realise the full year effect going forward. In response, Councillor Cormack highlighted that that was an option and referred to the work of the Budget Performance Challenge Board that he was part of, as well as the Leader and Deputy Leader, which worked to bring forward changes to the budget at an earlier stage, to create a better structure and enable full year savings. He added that it would be a potential option to utilise Reserves if it was impossible to realise a full year saving. The Interim Director of Resources confirmed that where it was possible to bring forward measures to Cabinet for consideration where savings could be made early, he would do so. He referred to the use of Reserves and stated that it would not be beneficial to deplete them, but agreed that 2024-2025 looked to be a difficult financial year. The Chief Executive also gave his view on the upcoming financial year and stated that the Authority would continue to deliver an outturn that was within the budget set for this financial year, and in doing so would look to reduce the challenge for Council in setting the budget for the next year. He highlighted that it was about mitigating the challenge across the whole of the Medium Term Financial Plan and referred to the balance between income and expenditure. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors David Simpson, Paul Miller, Michelle Bateman, Alec Cormack, Jon Harvey, Neil Prior, Rhys Sinnett and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the Corporate and Financial Planning Timetable for 2024-25 be noted. (b) That each element of the proposed Budget Strategy for 2024-25 and beyond be considered, noting any financial risks and challenges highlighted. (c) That the Budget Strategy for 2024-25 and beyond be approved.
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RESOLVED That the report be received and the progress, which continues to be made, on the improvement of the delivery of Social Services during 2022/23, be noted.
[Councillor Paul Miller declared a personal interest by virtue of being a Director of a Domiciliary Care Organisation.] Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Social Services and Housing which outlined the Annual Report of the Statutory Director of Social Services, Pembrokeshire County Council for 2022-23. The Director introduced the report and stated that it outlined the performance of Social Services in 2022-2023 and provided a summary of progress over that period of time. He explained that the report covered performance, risks, ongoing priorities and plans for improvement on the whole range of functions across Adult’s and Children’s Services. The Leader Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alec Cormack. Councillor Neil Prior thanked the Director for the report and sought clarification as to whether there was a plan in place to continue building on working with social enterprises in Pembrokeshire. In response, the Director stated that there was a clear commitment to developing social enterprises further within Pembrokeshire, and referred to the fantastic working relationships with the local community and the third sector. He stated that the Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) in particular was keen to work with the Authority to exploit any further funding opportunities that would allow the development of social enterprises further. The Director also referred to micro care opportunities, an emerging Welsh Government agenda regarding eliminating profit from Children’s Social Care and creating more opportunities for non-profit-making entities. Councillor Prior also sought clarification regarding scenario planning, in relation to upcoming budget decisions. He stated scenario planning was not only about projecting demand and costs, but also exploring alternative ways of delivering social care, which he highlighted as being extremely important. The Director explained that the Social Services team was, on a regular basis, looking at projected demographic increases and what that meant for Social Services, as well as the demand and associated costs. He stated that it was important to ensure there was sufficient capacity in regards to Social Workers and Occupational Therapists, in order to build up relationships of trust with individuals and determine how they could help themselves through local associations, wider family and other support networks. Councillor Prior referred to the projected demand and costs over the next 15 years and when those estimates would be received. In response, the Director stated that the finance business partner was working on the modelling and that the information should be available within the next few weeks, to inform further budget discussions. Councillor Rhys Sinnett sought clarification as to what was being done to advocate for certain approaches, such as maintaining prevention and community support. The Director highlighted that the prevention agenda was important to promote and referred to efficient partnership working, which had enabled initiatives within communities. In relation to Children's Services, the Director stated that the prevention agenda relied on a sufficiency of Social Workers within the Council’s Care Management teams, and explained that it was really important that work continued with colleagues in Human Resources to ensure that robust workforce plans were in place, not only to create the conditions to recruit sufficient staff, but also to make Pembrokeshire County Council an employer of choice. Councillor Michelle Bateman sought clarification as to whether training in relation to adults at risk could be made available in local communities. She also commented on how well the Community Hub was working and developing, as well as accessing services digitally and being aware of the needs of older people in relation to this aspect of the service. The Director stated that safeguarding training was mandatory for all Council staff and that it provided a degree of awareness and the confidence required to contact the Safeguarding Team if there was ever a cause for concern, and highlighted that the training had been made available to Partners. He stated that there was also a Regional Safeguarding Board, which enabled work with neighbouring Local Authorities to ensure consistency of policies, procedures, communications and training across West Wales. Councillor Alec Cormack commented that there was a need to look long term at the funding model for Social Services and that the Welsh Government had clearly researched this area and looked into an alternate Social Services levy system, which would cover current costs, but also look towards building up a fund to meet future needs. Councillor Sinnett commented that the commitment to prevention work did not always have to be carried out by Social Workers and that perhaps sometimes the wrong message was being portrayed, and highlighted that it would be good to see the work being extended to other teams, Partners and communities. Councillor Prior agreed and highlighted that working more effectively with communities was one of the focus areas of the Public Services Board. He explained that it was a public health challenge and that growing momentum was being seen in Councils across Wales and England, who were focussing increasingly on what communities could do. The Leader thanked the Director and the Social Services team for their remarkable work. The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the report be received and the progress, which continues to be made, on the improvement of the delivery of Social Services during 2022/23, be noted.
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RESOLVED That the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) be supported by agreeing to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) leasing these 10 properties to the families directly. The Pembrokeshire Migration Partnership Board and delivery team will manage the Afghan resettlement scheme using the infrastructure currently in place.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Social Services and Housing which outlined developments within the Afghan Resettlement Scheme. Councillor Michelle Bateman, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Housing Operations and Regulatory Services, introduced the report and stated that Cabinet agreed to support the Scheme in 2021, and now 10 families were being supported in accommodation provided by the Ministry of Defence. She highlighted that this proposal would not impact anyone on the Housing Register or anyone looking for a private rental, and stated that these properties had been made available for this purpose only. She explained that funding was provided by the Home Office to support families, and highlighted that the Pembrokeshire Migration Team had a huge amount of experience gained through the Syrian and Ukrainian settlement schemes, and would be able to provide the support needed. Councillor Michelle Bateman Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Neil Prior. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors David Simpson, Paul Miller, Michelle Bateman, Alec Cormack, Jon Harvey, Neil Prior, Rhys Sinnett and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) be supported by agreeing to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) leasing these 10 properties to the families directly. The Pembrokeshire Migration Partnership Board and delivery team will manage the Afghan resettlement scheme using the infrastructure currently in place.
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RESOLVED (a) That the appointment of additional contractors to the minor works framework be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Director of Social Services and Housing to make the awards of a position on the framework, provided that any contractor to be appointed has first passed the relevant qualification criteria (as advised by the Authority’s Procurement Team). (c) That the modification of existing framework terms such that the additional scaffolding rate of £750 applies to all scaffolding works, irrespective of height, be approved.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Social Services and Housing which outlined the appointment of additional contractors to Minor Works Framework and adjustment of scaffolding rates for an interim period until Autumn/Winter 2024. Councillor Michelle Bateman, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Housing Operations and Regulatory Services, introduced the report and stated that the proposal would allow the continuation of the Council’s Programme of Maintenance, in order to address the backlog. She highlighted that a new Minor Works Framework would be tendered in 2024. Councillor Michelle Bateman Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Jon Harvey. Councillor Alec Cormack sought clarification as to whether there was previously a height charge for scaffolding. In response, Councillor Bateman stated that there was an anomaly around the prices which prevented contractors submitting tenders, therefore removing it would ensure that additional funding was accessible. The Head of Housing and Public Protection confirmed this to be the case and that the anomaly would be amended during the next review of the Minor Works Framework. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors David Simpson, Paul Miller, Michelle Bateman, Alec Cormack, Jon Harvey, Neil Prior, Rhys Sinnett and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the appointment of additional contractors to the minor works framework be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Director of Social Services and Housing to make the awards of a position on the framework, provided that any contractor to be appointed has first passed the relevant qualification criteria (as advised by the Authority’s Procurement Team). (c) That the modification of existing framework terms such that the additional scaffolding rate of £750 applies to all scaffolding works, irrespective of height, be approved.
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