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RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt report. The Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place introduced the report, with questions answered by himself and the Chief Executive. The Leader Moved the amended Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Guy Woodham. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Recommendation, as amended during the meeting, be approved.
RESOLVED (a) That the governance arrangements around grants administered by Pembrokeshire County Council, on behalf of Pembrokeshire Nature Partnership, be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive/Director of Place to award grants from Local Places for Nature (LPfN) and other allocated funding.
RESOLVED (a) That it be noted that there has been no use of the available powers under Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) since the last report to Cabinet in October 2024. (b) That the Council’s RIPA Policy be approved, as attached at Appendix 1 (noting that there are no amendments).
RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendix C involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendix. The webcast was then resumed. Councillor Rhys Sinnett Moved the following Motion: (a) That Cabinet agree to the principle of realigning lifeguarding provision in consultation with the RNLI to reduce the impact of increased costs whilst maintaining the safety and Blue Flag status of our beaches. Essentially a balanced option in both cost and coverage between Options 1 and 2 in the report. (b) That negotiations be delegated to the Head of Culture and Leisure with the RNLI to implement this change for the 2026 season. (c) That a report be brought back to Cabinet for consideration regarding the 2027/28 season in October 2026. The Motion was Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That Cabinet agree to the principle of realigning lifeguarding provision in consultation with the RNLI to reduce the impact of increased costs whilst maintaining the safety and Blue Flag status of our beaches. Essentially a balanced option in both cost and coverage between Options 1 and 2 in the report. (b) That negotiations be delegated to the Head of Culture and Leisure with the RNLI to implement this change for the 2026 season. (c) That a report be brought back to Cabinet for consideration regarding the 2027/28 season in October 2026.
RESOLVED (a) That the proposal to establish ‘The Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools’ be implemented with effect from 1 January 2026. (b) That the Instrument of Government for the Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools be approved.
RESOLVED That the revised Instrument of Government for Ysgol Gymraeg Croesgoch be agreed.
RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendices B and F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendices. The webcast was then resumed. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the School Modernisation Working Group be requested to determine the final preferred outcomes in relation to the Tenby Area and that those recommendations be presented to Full Council in December 2025. (b) That the Director for Education proceeds to invite and evaluate tenders for the Stage 1 Contract (Pre-construction Design Services Contract) for Construction Option A and Design Option 5, as recommended by the feasibility study. A further report to be presented to Cabinet with this tender evaluation and recommendation for the award of the Stage 1 Contract, along with any recommendation regarding inclusion in the capital programme. (c) That the Director for Education produces a comprehensive decant strategy that engages with the headteachers and all stakeholders of the school and relevant schools in the Tenby area to fully assess the impact, logistics and community support required, and provides this to Cabinet for consideration no later than January 2025.
RESOLVED (a) That option 2 and a twelve-week statutory consultation be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place to submit the final version of the Active Travel Network Map 2 to the Welsh Ministers for approval in December 2026.
RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendices A to F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendices. The webcast was then resumed. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the acquisition of Sentry Cottage be approved, subject to legal due diligence and following ministerial approval of the application-stage funding, noting that Option 3a is the preferred option. (b) That the acquisition and subsequent capital costs be approved (Option 3a) into the capital programme of up to £2,855,784. Funding of £150,000 previously approved by Cabinet in June 2025 for feasibility studies will be capitalised to provide match funding for this project. The balance of £2,705,784 will be Integration and Rebalancing Capital Fund (IRCF) funded. (c) That it be noted that an application for the second stage of the grant process, via a Business Justification Case (BJC) will be submitted to Welsh Government by February 2026. (d) That it be noted that a further report will be presented to Cabinet if external funding is not secured or Option 3a is no longer the preferred option.
RESOLVED (a) That the results of the ‘Let’s Talk Living in Pembrokeshire – National Resident Survey’ be noted. (b) That it be agreed in principle to undertake another survey in September 2026 (with a final decision subject to resource implications).
RESOLVED That the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales Annual Letter 2024-25 be noted.
RESOLVED That the consultation be responded to as set out in Appendix A as agreed.
RESOLVED That the progress and success of the use of the Anti-social Behaviour Crime and Police Act 2014 in this manner be noted.
RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendix. Councillor Michelle Bateman Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Recommendation, as outlined in the report, be approved.
The following declarations were made: Item 4 – Celtic Freeport Third Tax Site Councillor Tessa Hodgson declared a personal interest by virtue of having two close family members working for the Milford Haven Port Authority. Item 8 – Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools Councillor Tessa Hodgson declared a personal interest by virtue of being a Local Authority Appointed Governor for Cosheston School and having two close family members working for schools in Pembrokeshire. Item 9 – Revised Instrument of Government for Ysgol Gymunedol Croesgoch Councillor Tessa Hodgson declared a personal interest by virtue of being a Local Authority Appointed Governor for Cosheston School and having two close family members working for schools in Pembrokeshire. Item 10 – Tenby Church in Wales VC School Roof Option Feasibility Study Findings Councillor Tessa Hodgson declared a personal interest by virtue of being a Local Authority Appointed Governor for Cosheston School and having two close family members working for schools in Pembrokeshire. Councillor Alistair Cameron declared a personal interest by virtue of being a Local Authority Appointed Governor for Tenby VC School. Councillor Marc Tierney declared a personal interest by virtue of being a Local Authority Appointed Governor for Narberth VC School. Councillor Michelle Bateman declared a personal interest by virtue of having a family member working at Saundersfoot School. Item 14 – Proposed Refinements to the Classification of Self-Catering Properties for Local Tax Purposes – Welsh Government Consultation Councillor Alistair Cameron declared a personal and prejudicial interest by virtue of having a holiday let in Saundersfoot, and stated that he had dispensation to speak but not vote.
The Leader Moved the Minutes; Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote was taken by way of a show of hands and carried. RESOLVED That the Minutes of the Cabinet Meeting held on 6 October 2025 be approved as a correct record.
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RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt report. The Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place introduced the report, with questions answered by himself and the Chief Executive. The Leader Moved the amended Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Guy Woodham. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Recommendation, as amended during the meeting, be approved.
Cabinet considered a report by Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place which outlined the Celtic Freeport Third Tax Site. Cabinet considered excluding the public from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972, as the report involved the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The Leader Moved to exclude the public; Seconded by Councillor Michelle Bateman. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt report. The Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place introduced the report, with questions answered by himself and the Chief Executive. The Leader Moved the amended Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Guy Woodham. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Recommendation, as amended during the meeting, be approved.
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RESOLVED (a) That the governance arrangements around grants administered by Pembrokeshire County Council, on behalf of Pembrokeshire Nature Partnership, be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive/Director of Place to award grants from Local Places for Nature (LPfN) and other allocated funding.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Planning which outlinedthe governance arrangements around grants administered by Pembrokeshire County Council (PCC) on behalf of the Pembrokeshire Nature Partnership (PNP). The Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place introduced the report and stated that the Pembrokeshire Nature Partnership was hosted by Pembrokeshire County Council, and highlighted that due to more money going through the grant funding arrangements for the Nature Partnership, it needed to be ensured that it was being dealt with in accordance with the Authority’s grant procedures. He stated that the purpose of the report was to regularise that process. He also wished to highlight that some of the grants and opportunities for grants, had been provided at extremely short notice. The Biodiversity Implementation Officer added that in terms of short notice grants, he recently received notification of a grant fund from Welsh Government called the Marine Resilience Challenge Fund, which was £400,000 worth of funding to be distributed through Nature Partnerships, competitively through Wales, needing to be spent by 31 March 2026. He stated that it was within the current financial year, and the window to apply had not yet opened, therefore it was a very short turnaround. The Leader stated that the work that the Nature Partnership does was outstanding throughout Pembrokeshire, and that the amount of money that they had managed to secure via grant aid was commendable. He then thanked the Biodiversity Implementation Officer and his team for their work. The Leader Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the governance arrangements around grants administered by Pembrokeshire County Council, on behalf of Pembrokeshire Nature Partnership, be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive/Director of Place to award grants from Local Places for Nature (LPfN) and other allocated funding.
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RESOLVED (a) That it be noted that there has been no use of the available powers under Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) since the last report to Cabinet in October 2024. (b) That the Council’s RIPA Policy be approved, as attached at Appendix 1 (noting that there are no amendments).
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Law and Governance which outlined the Council’s use of powers under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA). The Leader introduced the report and stated that it sought approval of the Council’s RIPA policy and confirmed compliance with statutory requirements. He stated that the policy, last approved in October 2023, must be reviewed annually, and that a recentInvestigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) desktop inspection confirmed compliance, with the next inspection due in 2027. He added that there had been no use of RIPA powers since October 2024, and no legislative or code changes requiring amendments to the policy. He added that the only amendment was that the new Head of Children’s Services had been added to the document. The Leader Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Guy Woodham. Councillor Rhys Sinnett highlighted the need for caution in using RIPA powers but suggested that certain areas, such as waste services and fly-tipping, could benefit from a stronger approach, including covert surveillance where appropriate. He noted that equipment was available to support this, and requested that the potential use of RIPA for tackling fly-tipping be explored further, with a report brought to a future meeting. In response, the Head of Law and Governance stated that RIPA only applied in very specific circumstances, such as directed covert surveillance, and was not necessarily required for all use of covert cameras. She believed that installing cameras to monitor fly-tipping hotspots would not normally require RIPA authorisation, and that alternative approaches may be considered where surveillance was not directed or intrusive. Councillor Sinnett acknowledged the potential to explore the use of surveillance in fly-tipping hotspot areas, and noted that this would require careful consideration to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. He suggested that he would speak with Officers on the matter outside the meeting. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That it be noted that there has been no use of the available powers under Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) since the last report to Cabinet in October 2024. (b) That the Council’s RIPA Policy be approved, as attached at Appendix 1 (noting that there are no amendments).
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RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendix C involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendix. The webcast was then resumed. Councillor Rhys Sinnett Moved the following Motion: (a) That Cabinet agree to the principle of realigning lifeguarding provision in consultation with the RNLI to reduce the impact of increased costs whilst maintaining the safety and Blue Flag status of our beaches. Essentially a balanced option in both cost and coverage between Options 1 and 2 in the report. (b) That negotiations be delegated to the Head of Culture and Leisure with the RNLI to implement this change for the 2026 season. (c) That a report be brought back to Cabinet for consideration regarding the 2027/28 season in October 2026. The Motion was Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That Cabinet agree to the principle of realigning lifeguarding provision in consultation with the RNLI to reduce the impact of increased costs whilst maintaining the safety and Blue Flag status of our beaches. Essentially a balanced option in both cost and coverage between Options 1 and 2 in the report. (b) That negotiations be delegated to the Head of Culture and Leisure with the RNLI to implement this change for the 2026 season. (c) That a report be brought back to Cabinet for consideration regarding the 2027/28 season in October 2026.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Culture and Leisure which outlinedthe future funding and delivery of RNLI lifeguarding services across Pembrokeshire beaches. Councillor Rhys Sinnett, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Residents’ Services, introduced the report and stated that the RNLI provided an essential lifeguarding service across the Council’s beaches, particularly Blue Flag beaches, and that the service had been in place since 2008 with a significant impact on public safety. He noted that the report outlined two options for future provision: (1) maintain current coverage across all 13 beaches for 2026–27, requiring an increased financial contribution, or (2) reduce provision based on historic incident data and assessed risk. He suggested that a reduction in the service was not desirable but acknowledged the need to review costs. Cabinet then considered excluding the public from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972, as Appendix C involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Councillor Rhys Sinnett Moved to exclude the public; Seconded by the Leader. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendix C involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendix. The webcast was then resumed. Councillor Rhys Sinnett Moved the following Motion: (a) That Cabinet agree to the principle of realigning lifeguarding provision in consultation with the RNLI to reduce the impact of increased costs whilst maintaining the safety and Blue Flag status of our beaches. Essentially a balanced option in both cost and coverage between Options 1 and 2 in the report. (b) That negotiations be delegated to the Head of Culture and Leisure with the RNLI to implement this change for the 2026 season. (c) That a report be brought back to Cabinet for consideration regarding the 2027/28 season in October 2026. The Motion was Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That Cabinet agree to the principle of realigning lifeguarding provision in consultation with the RNLI to reduce the impact of increased costs whilst maintaining the safety and Blue Flag status of our beaches. Essentially a balanced option in both cost and coverage between Options 1 and 2 in the report. (b) That negotiations be delegated to the Head of Culture and Leisure with the RNLI to implement this change for the 2026 season. (c) That a report be brought back to Cabinet for consideration regarding the 2027/28 season in October 2026.
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RESOLVED (a) That the proposal to establish ‘The Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools’ be implemented with effect from 1 January 2026. (b) That the Instrument of Government for the Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools be approved.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Education which outlined the findings of the statutory consultation undertaken on the proposal to federate St Florence Church in Wales VC School and Penrhyn Church in Wales VC School. Councillor Guy Woodham, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Education and Welsh Language, introduced the report and stated thatit outlined the findings of the statutory consultation on the proposal to federate St Florence Church in Wales VC School and Penrhyn Church in Wales VC School, and sought Cabinet approval for implementation and the Instrument of Government for the new governing body. He noted that an informal collaboration had been in place since 2022/23, which had worked well, and formal federation was considered key for long-term stability. The consultation, undertaken between 9 June and 18 July, attracted 25 responses, with 88% in favour of federation. He added that both governing bodies and the Diocese subsequently resolved to proceed and recommend approval to Cabinet. He believed that federation provided the most appropriate means of securing stable leadership for both schools. Councillor Guy Woodham Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by the Leader. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the proposal to establish ‘The Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools’ be implemented with effect from 1 January 2026. (b) That the Instrument of Government for the Federation of St Florence and Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Schools be approved.
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RESOLVED That the revised Instrument of Government for Ysgol Gymraeg Croesgoch be agreed.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Education which outlineda revised Instrument of Government for Ysgol Gymunedol Croesgoch. Councillor Guy Woodham, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Education and Welsh Language, introduced the report and stated that the school had transitioned over the last seven years to become a fully Welsh Medium school, with all teaching delivered in Welsh. He explained that following the change in the language categorisation from ‘transitional’ to ‘Welsh Medium’ in September, and consultation with the school community, the Governing Body had requested that the school’s name be changed from Ysgol Gymunedol Croesgoch to Ysgol Gymraeg Croesgoch. Councillor Guy Woodham Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by the Leader. The Leader believed that the matter was straightforward and was aware that the Local Board Member was also in agreement with the change. Councillor Marc Tierney believed it was a sensible way forward and highlighted that the local community was also in agreement. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the revised Instrument of Government for Ysgol Gymraeg Croesgoch be agreed.
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RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendices B and F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendices. The webcast was then resumed. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the School Modernisation Working Group be requested to determine the final preferred outcomes in relation to the Tenby Area and that those recommendations be presented to Full Council in December 2025. (b) That the Director for Education proceeds to invite and evaluate tenders for the Stage 1 Contract (Pre-construction Design Services Contract) for Construction Option A and Design Option 5, as recommended by the feasibility study. A further report to be presented to Cabinet with this tender evaluation and recommendation for the award of the Stage 1 Contract, along with any recommendation regarding inclusion in the capital programme. (c) That the Director for Education produces a comprehensive decant strategy that engages with the headteachers and all stakeholders of the school and relevant schools in the Tenby area to fully assess the impact, logistics and community support required, and provides this to Cabinet for consideration no later than January 2025.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Education which outlinedthe School Roof Option Feasibility Study Findings for Tenby Church in Wales VC School. Councillor Guy Woodham, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Education and Welsh Language, introduced the report and referred to the outcomes of the feasibility study into roof remedial options for Tenby Church in Wales VC School, following ongoing structural issues and water ingress since its completion in 2016. He explained that investigations identified deterioration of Structural Insulated Panels and prompted urgent health and safety measures, including installation of 510 acro props, closure of the Early Years wing, and regular structural inspections. He stated that the feasibility study recommended discounting Design Options 1–4 and identified Design Option 5 (full roof replacement) as the only viable solution, which would require a full decant of the school. He noted that a business case would be prepared seeking Welsh Government support, alongside insurance and warranty recovery, and that Internal Audit was investigating the cause of structural failings. He added that further discussions would take place with the Headteacher and stakeholders regarding decant arrangements, and the School Modernisation Working Group would present its preferred outcomes for the Tenby area to Full Council in December. Councillor Guy Woodham Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Marc Tierney. The Leader emphasised the importance of the report and confirmed that Cabinet was considering the best option to address the roof issues at Tenby VC School. He highlighted that no decision on decant arrangements or costs would be made at this stage, as final costs would only be confirmed following tender. Councillor Woodham stressed that the health and safety of learners and staff remained the highest priority, and while urgent measures had been implemented, further steps were required, and this report represents one stage in that process. He stated that Cabinet would receive a future report with substantive recommendations on roof replacement and potential decant arrangements. Cabinet then considered excluding the public from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972, as Appendices B and F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Councillor Guy Woodham Moved to exclude the public; Seconded by the Leader. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendices B and F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendices. The webcast was then resumed. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the School Modernisation Working Group be requested to determine the final preferred outcomes in relation to the Tenby Area and that those recommendations be presented to Full Council in December 2025. (b) That the Director for Education proceeds to invite and evaluate tenders for the Stage 1 Contract (Pre-construction Design Services Contract) for Construction Option A and Design Option 5, as recommended by the feasibility study. A further report to be presented to Cabinet with this tender evaluation and recommendation for the award of the Stage 1 Contract, along with any recommendation regarding inclusion in the capital programme. (c) That the Director for Education produces a comprehensive decant strategy that engages with the headteachers and all stakeholders of the school and relevant schools in the Tenby area to fully assess the impact, logistics and community support required, and provides this to Cabinet for consideration no later than January 2025.
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RESOLVED (a) That option 2 and a twelve-week statutory consultation be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place to submit the final version of the Active Travel Network Map 2 to the Welsh Ministers for approval in December 2026.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Transport and Environment which outlinedthe second iteration of the Active Travel Network Map (ATNM 2). Councillor Rhys Sinnett, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Residents’ Services, introduced the report and stated that Cabinet needed to consider the statutory requirement under the Active Travel Act 2013, to update and submit the Active Travel Network Map (ATNM) to Welsh Ministers by December 2026. He stated that the report sought approval to undertake a twelve-week public consultation, including drop-in sessions and online surveys, commencing January 2026, and to delegate authority for submission of the final ATNM. He noted that consultation costs would be met by the Regional Metro Programme and that no additional funding was sought. He added that Cabinet was asked to approve Option 2, a full public consultation, as the most inclusive approach. Councillor Rhys Sinnett Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by the Leader. The Head of Law and Governance stated that authority needed to be delegated to one Officer only, and suggested that it be delegated to the Head of Transport and Environment. Councillor Sinnett and the Leader agreed. [The Meeting was adjourned at this juncture due to ongoing technical issues, and was resumed at 12:15pm.] Councillor Sinnett made an Amendment to the Motion, delegating authority to the Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place, rather than the Head of Transport and Environment. The Leader agreed as the Seconder. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That option 2 and a twelve-week statutory consultation be approved. (b) That authority be delegated to the Assistant Chief Executive and Director of Place to submit the final version of the Active Travel Network Map 2 to the Welsh Ministers for approval in December 2026.
The Leader announced that Item 17 (Acquisition of Sentry Cottage - Pembrokeshire County Council's second Children's Residential Provision) would be taken next, with the rest of the Agenda to follow as normal.
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RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendices A to F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendices. The webcast was then resumed. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the acquisition of Sentry Cottage be approved, subject to legal due diligence and following ministerial approval of the application-stage funding, noting that Option 3a is the preferred option. (b) That the acquisition and subsequent capital costs be approved (Option 3a) into the capital programme of up to £2,855,784. Funding of £150,000 previously approved by Cabinet in June 2025 for feasibility studies will be capitalised to provide match funding for this project. The balance of £2,705,784 will be Integration and Rebalancing Capital Fund (IRCF) funded. (c) That it be noted that an application for the second stage of the grant process, via a Business Justification Case (BJC) will be submitted to Welsh Government by February 2026. (d) That it be noted that a further report will be presented to Cabinet if external funding is not secured or Option 3a is no longer the preferred option.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Social Care and Housing which outlined the acquisition of Sentry Cottage, the Council’s second Children’s Residential Provision. Councillor Marc Tierney, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Young People, Community, Well-being and Future Generations, introduced the report and stated that it proposed to establish a four-bed children’s home at Sentry Cottage, building on the success of West Lodge and supporting the Welsh Government’s Eliminate Not-for-Profit agenda. He stated that the report outlined the rationale, cost avoidance benefits, and positive feedback from the recent inspection of West Lodge. He then wished to note the correction to the Capital cost figure, which should read £2,855,784 (Option 3A), and that Welsh Government had confirmed initial Integration and Rebalancing Capital Fund (IRCF) funding support. He believed that the acquisition of Sentry Cross would strengthen in-house provision and deliver significant long-term savings. Councillor Marc Tierney Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Michelle Bateman. The Leader referred to a recent visit to the site and commented that it was a substantial property in substantial grounds, therefore the potential was very good. He noted that the building would require work to meet the standards for a children’s home, despite its previous use for that purpose. He also noted that Welsh Government had confirmed grant funding for the purchase price, with an anticipated intervention rate of around 95% on referred costs, which was positive. The Leader then queried the longer-term financial savings of the proposal, highlighting both the improved quality of care and potential cost avoidance benefits. In response, the Director Social Care and Housing explained that the report set out a range of potential cost savings from the proposed children’s home, ranging from £195,811 per year based on baseline support and staffing levels, rising to £485,084 per year when compared to the current average cost of external placements. Councillor Alistair Cameron welcomed the proposal, noting the significant cost savings and the benefits for children being cared for locally, rather than placed outside the County. He referred to the financial support from Welsh Government as an important factor, alongside the positive progress made in developing high-quality in-house provision. Councillor Rhys Sinnett expressed full support for the proposal and queried whether this development represented the limit of the Council’s ambition for in-house residential provision, or if further expansion should be considered in the short to medium term. He noted that future decisions would be informed by the impact of West Lodge and Sentry Cottage. In response, Councillor Tierney confirmed that the proposal was part of a wider strategy to strengthen in-house provision and that lessons from West Lodge would inform the development of Sentry Cottage. He added that legislative changes and market impacts arising from the Welsh Government’s Eliminate Not-for-Profit agenda were noted, and agreed that being proactive would help mitigate future challenges in residential care provision for looked-after children. The Service Manager for Resources (Childcare) also noted that the Health and Social Care (Wales) Act introduces a not-for-profit model for children’s residential care, with key deadlines from April 2026 to 2030. He highlighted the risk of losing up to 50% of market capacity and confirmed a programme of work was in place to secure grant funding and mitigate these risks. The Chief Executive commented that the significant rise in children with complex care needs, with over 300 currently requiring care, compared to 200 three years ago. While foster care remained the preferred option, he stated that residential demand continued, and numbers were unlikely to reduce in the short term. He stated that the proposal for Sentry Cottage, alongside West Lodge, would provide eight in-house places, improving resilience, outcomes, and cost-effectiveness, and that additional capacity may be needed in future if suitable opportunities arise. Cabinet then considered excluding the public from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972, as Appendices A to F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Councillor Marc Tierney Moved to exclude the public; Seconded by the Leader. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as Appendices A to F involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendices. The webcast was then resumed. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the acquisition of Sentry Cottage be approved, subject to legal due diligence and following ministerial approval of the application-stage funding, noting that Option 3a is the preferred option. (b) That the acquisition and subsequent capital costs be approved (Option 3a) into the capital programme of up to £2,855,784. Funding of £150,000 previously approved by Cabinet in June 2025 for feasibility studies will be capitalised to provide match funding for this project. The balance of £2,705,784 will be Integration and Rebalancing Capital Fund (IRCF) funded. (c) That it be noted that an application for the second stage of the grant process, via a Business Justification Case (BJC) will be submitted to Welsh Government by February 2026. (d) That it be noted that a further report will be presented to Cabinet if external funding is not secured or Option 3a is no longer the preferred option.
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RESOLVED (a) That the results of the ‘Let’s Talk Living in Pembrokeshire – National Resident Survey’ be noted. (b) That it be agreed in principle to undertake another survey in September 2026 (with a final decision subject to resource implications).
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Resources which outlinedthe results of the ‘Let’s Talk Living in Pembrokeshire – National Resident Survey’. The Leader introduced the report and stated that a total of 1,799 survey responses were received, with overall results generally positive compared to other Authorities. He highlighted that older residents (55+) and those in rural areas, reported higher satisfaction than younger respondents and those in main towns. He noted the value of the survey in informing performance and agreed, in principle, to undertake a further survey in 2026 to enable comparable data. The Leader Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Marc Tierney. Councillor Michelle Bateman welcomed responses from pupils at Ysgol Harri Tudur, noting the importance of young people engaging with Council consultations. She highlighted that some issues raised fall outside the Council’s control, and clear communication was needed to explain responsibilities and decision-making. She then encouraged continued participation, particularly in budget consultations, as many concerns related to funding priorities. Councillor Marc Tierney highlighted the importance of engaging residents in local democracy and building diversity within local government. He stated that improving communications was identified as a priority, particularly in addressing misinformation on social media to ensure accurate information was available to the public. He also added that proactive communication was essential to maintain trust and support informed decision-making. The Leader commented on the role of social media in shaping public perception, highlighting concerns about misinformation at local, national, and global levels. He agreed that Councillors had a responsibility to address inaccuracies, while recognising the challenges involved. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED (a) That the results of the ‘Let’s Talk Living in Pembrokeshire – National Resident Survey’ be noted. (b) That it be agreed in principle to undertake another survey in September 2026 (with a final decision subject to resource implications).
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RESOLVED That the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales Annual Letter 2024-25 be noted.
Cabinet considered a joint report by the Head of Law and Governance and the Chief Audit, Risk and Information Officer which outlined the Annual Letter of the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales for 2024 to 2025. Councillor Alistair Cameron, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Corporate Finance and Efficiencies, introduced the report and stated that during 2024–25 the Council had received 47 complaints, ranking 13th of 22 Welsh Authorities per 100 residents. He explained that of closed cases, 32% required no investigation, 26% were outside jurisdiction, 23% were premature, and 15% were resolved early. He stated that the Ombudsman made 20 recommendations, all implemented within the timeframe, though only 61% were reported as completed due to notification issues, and that internal processes had been updated to ensure timely reporting. He added that seven Code of Conduct complaints were made against County Councillors (five dismissed, one discontinued, one referred), and 15 against Town and Community Councils, with one council accounting for 65% of these. He noted that there was ongoing engagement with the Ombudsman and the Complaints Standards Authority to ensure transparency and service improvement. Councillor Alistair Cameron Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by the Leader. The Chief Audit, Risk and Information Officer wished to add that all Ombudsman recommendations were completed within the required timescales, but changes in reporting requirements meant some were not marked as complete. He explained that processes had now been automated to ensure timely evidence submission, and figures were expected to improve, and that engagement with the Ombudsman would continue to strengthen complaint handling and resilience. The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales Annual Letter 2024-25 be noted.
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RESOLVED That the consultation be responded to as set out in Appendix A as agreed.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Finance and Revenue Services which outlinedthe Council’s response to Welsh Government’s current Public Consultation on the classification of self-catering properties for local tax purposes. Councillor Alistair Cameron, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Corporate Finance and Efficiencies, introduced the report and outlined the Council’s draft response to the Welsh Government consultation which was due to close on 20 November. He stated that the consultation proposed retaining the 182-day letting criteria for business rates, and that the Council’s draft response reiterates its previous request for change. He also highlighted the three available options: not to respond, to respond as drafted by Officers, or to amend the response. The Leader Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Michelle Bateman. Councillor Tessa Hodgson welcomed the consultation and supported the Council’s draft response, but expressed concern that the Welsh Government’s approach did not address the core issue. She suggested that the 182-day letting requirement for business rates was unrealistic for many properties in Pembrokeshire and should be reduced to a more achievable level to avoid businesses incurring significant costs. The Leader commented that the Council had previously written to the Welsh Government requesting a reduction in the 182-day threshold for self-catering properties, as shown in Appendix B. He then confirmed that Members expressed support for reiterating this position in the consultation response and confirmed agreement with the draft response outlined in Appendix A. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [7] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the consultation be responded to as set out in Appendix A as agreed.
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RESOLVED That the progress and success of the use of the Anti-social Behaviour Crime and Police Act 2014 in this manner be noted.
Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Housing and Public Protection which outlined an update on the implementation of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. Councillor Jacob Williams, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Planning and Regulatory Services, introduced the report and stated that Cabinet received an update on the delegated powers granted to ATEB Officers to issue Community Protection Warnings (CPWs) and Notices (CPNs) under the Anti-Social Behaviour legislation, following training and implementation in April. He explained that thirteen ATEB Officers now held delegated authority, enabling earlier intervention and reducing the burden on Council Officers. Since implementation, he stated that ATEB had issued eight CPWs and four CPNs for issues including noise, parking, and waste accumulation, while the Council’s Domestic Public Health Team issued 52 CPWs and 34 CPNs. He stated that safeguards remained in place, with the Council or Dyfed-Powys Police approval required before warnings were issued and the Council retaining discretion over prosecutions. He stated that the scheme had been successful in freeing up resources and improving outcomes, and that future plans included developing a shared investigation process for consistency and exploring a responsible dog ownership policy for tenants. Councillor Jacob Williams Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Michelle Bateman. Councillor Rhys Sinnett queried whether there was an intention to further delegate powers to other Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) within the County, noting that ATEB was not the only provider. He also sought clarification on whether the Council had responded to a request from ATEB or had proactively sought their support regarding delegation, and whether there was scope to extend this approach further. In response, the Head of Housing and Public Protection confirmed that discussions were ongoing with other housing providers. She stated that ATEB, being the largest housing association and social landlord after the Council, was the initial focus for developing a partnership approach, and that lessons learned would be shared with other associations. She explained that the approach aimed to support early intervention on issues such as antisocial behaviour, with ATEB issuing community protection warnings and notices where appropriate. She added that if these measures failed, enforcement remained the responsibility of the Local Authority, informed by evidence gathered by ATEB. The Leader acknowledged that it was a useful tool. The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the progress and success of the use of the Anti-social Behaviour Crime and Police Act 2014 in this manner be noted.
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RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendix. Councillor Michelle Bateman Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Recommendation, as outlined in the report, be approved.
Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Social Care and Housing which outlined the revision of a previous decision for the award of a construction contract, for 26 (previously 25) flats, communal spaces and 12-bed reablement at the former Haverfordia House site in Haverfordwest. Councillor Michelle Bateman, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Housing, introduced the report and noted that this was the third discussion of the scheme, which would deliver older persons’ accommodation and a 12-bed reablement centre. She stated that the need for such provision was supported by local housing market data and the housing register, and that the design had been amended to increase the number of flats from 25 to 26. She highlighted that confirmation has been received for a Social Housing Grant and Housing With Care funding, and that delays in funding approval had led to increased costs, primarily due to inflation and technical site issues. She added that Cabinet approval was sought to avoid further delays to this essential scheme. Cabinet then considered excluding the public from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972, as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Councillor Michelle Bateman Moved to exclude the public; Seconded by the Leader. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the public be excluded from the meeting in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 as the report involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act; and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The webcast was paused at this juncture. Having convened in private session in accordance with Paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, Cabinet considered the exempt Appendix. Councillor Michelle Bateman Moved the Recommendation; Seconded by Councillor Alistair Cameron. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Jon Harvey, Michelle Bateman, Alistair Cameron, Tessa Hodgson, Rhys Sinnett, Marc Tierney, Jacob Williams and Guy Woodham [8] There were no votes against or abstentions. RESOLVED That the Recommendation, as outlined in the report, be approved.
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