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RESOLVED – (i) That it be recommended to Council that: (a) the 2026/27 revenue budget totalling £368,792,041 be approved including fire levy of £10,729,392. (b) a sum of £100,766,012 be raised from Council Tax which equates to £1,835.55 at band D and of that sum:- (i) £112,557 be raised as special expenses on the community areas of Acton, Caia Park, Offa and Rhosddu (£2.05), £6,694 on the community of Glyntraian (£0.12), £19,509 on the community of Llangollen Rural (£0.36) and £24,768 on the community of Chirk (£0.45) (ii) £100,602,484 be raised as general expenses (£1,832.57). (ii) That any additional funding received following publication of the Local Government Final Settlement be applied as prescribed or used to reduce risks within the overall budget package. (iii) That the Medium Term Financial Plan outlined in Appendix 5 of report COFI/02/26 be recommended to Council. (iv) That the 2026/27 Capital Strategy (including the Minimum Revenue Provision (MRP) Statement), Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Investment Strategy as outlined in Appendix 6 and 6a of report COFI/02/26 be recommended to Council. Reasons for Decisions (i) To enable the Council to determine its revenue budget for 2026/27 and set the Council Tax for the year. (ii) To update the Medium Term Financial Plan and to make recommendations to Council on the 2026/27 Capital, Treasury Management and Investment Strategies, including the Minimum Revenue Provision Statement.
RESOLVED – (i) That the draft Regional Delivery Plan for the Connect to Work programme, which has been developed through collaboration between the six north Wales local authorities be supported. (ii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to directly commission the Individual Placement Support element of the Connect to Work programme in Wrexham to review and sign agreements for the funding of the programme with the Accountable Body, once the Delivery Plan is approved by the Department for Work & Pensions. (iii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to support the regional commissioning of the Supported Employment Quality Framework element of Connect to Work, as set out in the draft Delivery Plan. (iii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to directly commission the Individual Placement Support element of the Connect to Work programme in Wrexham. Reason for Decisions To allow the Council to progress the work required on a regional basis to establish the new Connect to Work employment support programme in Wrexham County Borough, which will benefit economically inactive people and launch in 2026.
RESOLVED – (i) That the Executive Board agree to the implementation of the conditions of the proposed PSPO for the designated area in Wrexham city centre, for the maximum period of 3 years effective from 8 March 2026, as shown in the Proposed Order attached as Appendix A to report CE/01/26. (ii) That the PSPO be subject to quarterly review by the Community Safety Partnership Board. (iii) That the PSPO be reported on annually through the Community Safety Plan to the Crime and Disorder Scrutiny Committee. Reasons for Decisions (i) The PSPO is one of the available tools and powers in the Act to address ASB for the benefit of residents, visitors and local businesses. Enforcement, alone, is not the answer to the issues, but it is a vital part of a multi-agency approach that we have adopted involving contributions from the Local Authority, North Wales Police, Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board (BCUHB) and other partner organisations. (ii) The consultation results of the proposed renewal of the Wrexham City Centre Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) shows strong overall public support for continuing all existing restrictions, with residents, workers, visitors, businesses, councillors and police all contributing to the feedback. Respondents consistently highlighted concerns about ASB, drug use, street drinking, and public urination/defecation, emphasising the need for improved safety, visible enforcement, and a cleaner city centre. While most agreed the measures are necessary and beneficial, many also stressed the importance of stronger enforcement, better access to public toilets, and support services for vulnerable groups. Overall, findings indicate firm backing for renewing the PSPO, alongside calls for clearer communication, greater enforcement presence, and more supportive, inclusive approaches. (iii) The vast majority of Wrexham residents adhere to rules and boundaries without ever the need for any formal enforcement. The PSPO does not seek to target a group of individuals but applies to any member of the public over the age of 18 who participate in ASB. By not having restrictions proposed by the PSPO there is a risk of ASB increasing.
RESOLVED – (i) That, subject to the following amendment, the Recruitment & Selection Policy be approved for implementation on 1 March 2026: Paragraph 3.0 All vacancies should be advertised, externally and/or internally internally and/or externally Paragraph 5.1 Exit interviews should be arranged for every leaver to read ‘Every staff member will be offered an exit interview’ (ii) That the Employee Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards be approved for implementation on 1 March 2026. Reasons for Decisions (i) To ensure the Council applies a fair and consistent approach to Recruitment & Selection across the Council. (ii) To ensure the Council applies a fair and consistent approach to Employee’s Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards, with the aim of improving our services to our customers and the effectiveness and reputation of the Council
RESOLVED – (i) That Councillor Anthony Wedlake be appointed to the vacant seat on the Wrexham Tenant and Member Partnership as indicated in paragraph 4.1 of report COGC/13/26. (ii) That this matter be dealt with as an urgent item of business in accordance with Section 5 (Rule 5.8.10(m)) of the Council’s Constitution. Reasons for Decisions (i) To agree the appointment of Members to the vacant seats on Committees, Sub-Committees, Panels and Working Groups in accordance with the Constitution. (ii) The reason for urgency is to allow those Members appointed to operate immediately.
RESOLVED – That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 20 January 2026 be signed as a correct record.
The Leader vacated the Chair, and the Vice-Chair, Councillor David A Bithell, presided over the next item on the Agenda to enable the Leader to present reports in his capacity as Lead Member for Finance and Asset Management. (Councillor David A Bithell in the Chair)
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RESOLVED – (i) That it be recommended to Council that: (a) the 2026/27 revenue budget totalling £368,792,041 be approved including fire levy of £10,729,392. (b) a sum of £100,766,012 be raised from Council Tax which equates to £1,835.55 at band D and of that sum:- (i) £112,557 be raised as special expenses on the community areas of Acton, Caia Park, Offa and Rhosddu (£2.05), £6,694 on the community of Glyntraian (£0.12), £19,509 on the community of Llangollen Rural (£0.36) and £24,768 on the community of Chirk (£0.45) (ii) £100,602,484 be raised as general expenses (£1,832.57). (ii) That any additional funding received following publication of the Local Government Final Settlement be applied as prescribed or used to reduce risks within the overall budget package. (iii) That the Medium Term Financial Plan outlined in Appendix 5 of report COFI/02/26 be recommended to Council. (iv) That the 2026/27 Capital Strategy (including the Minimum Revenue Provision (MRP) Statement), Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Investment Strategy as outlined in Appendix 6 and 6a of report COFI/02/26 be recommended to Council. Reasons for Decisions (i) To enable the Council to determine its revenue budget for 2026/27 and set the Council Tax for the year. (ii) To update the Medium Term Financial Plan and to make recommendations to Council on the 2026/27 Capital, Treasury Management and Investment Strategies, including the Minimum Revenue Provision Statement.
The Lead Member for Finance and Asset Management submitted a report (COFI/02/26) to enable the Board to make a recommendation to Council on the 2026/27 Revenue Budget and level of Council Tax, to recommend the Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for the period 2026/27 to 2029/30 to Council and the Capital Strategy (including the Minimum Revenue Provision (MRP) Annual Statement), Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Investment Strategy 2026/27 to Council. Presenting the report the Lead Member referred to the extremely challenging economic outlook for local authorities across Wales facing rising costs and increasing demands outstripping available funding. He stressed the need for a multi-year settlement going forward to strengthen financial planning. Welcoming the revised settlement the Lead Member thanked the Welsh Government for recognising the pressure across the sector. The Lead Member highlighted the commitments, budget pressures, service savings and cuts outlined in the report. The proposed Council Tax increase was set out for recommendation to Council. During debate Lead Members referred to developments in the public protection service, the consultation on the future of the library service providing assurance that no branch libraries will be closing and additional funds earmarked to support the economy and World Heritage Site. Members asked questions of the Lead Member and Chief Officer in respect of fees and charges for full cost recovery, in year efficiencies, the budget mitigation reserve, school licensed deficits and redundancy costs and the consultation process. RESOLVED – (i) That it be recommended to Council that: (a) the 2026/27 revenue budget totalling £368,792,041 be approved including fire levy of £10,729,392. (b) a sum of £100,766,012 be raised from Council Tax which equates to £1,835.55 at band D and of that sum:- (i) £112,557 be raised as special expenses on the community areas of Acton, Caia Park, Offa and Rhosddu (£2.05), £6,694 on the community of Glyntraian (£0.12), £19,509 on the community of Llangollen Rural (£0.36) and £24,768 on the community of Chirk (£0.45) (ii) £100,602,484 be raised as general expenses (£1,832.57). (ii) That any additional funding received following publication of the Local Government Final Settlement be applied as prescribed or used to reduce risks within the overall budget package. (iii) That the Medium Term Financial Plan outlined in Appendix 5 of report COFI/02/26 be recommended to Council. (iv) That the 2026/27 Capital Strategy (including the Minimum Revenue Provision (MRP) Statement), Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Investment Strategy as outlined in Appendix 6 and 6a of report COFI/02/26 be recommended to Council. Reasons for Decisions (i) To enable the Council to determine its revenue budget for 2026/27 and set the Council Tax for the year. (ii) To update the Medium Term Financial Plan and to make recommendations to Council on the 2026/27 Capital, Treasury Management and Investment Strategies, including the Minimum Revenue Provision Statement.
The Leader of the Council, Councillor Mark Pritchard, resumed Chair of the Meeting from this point in the proceedings.
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RESOLVED – (i) That the draft Regional Delivery Plan for the Connect to Work programme, which has been developed through collaboration between the six north Wales local authorities be supported. (ii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to directly commission the Individual Placement Support element of the Connect to Work programme in Wrexham to review and sign agreements for the funding of the programme with the Accountable Body, once the Delivery Plan is approved by the Department for Work & Pensions. (iii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to support the regional commissioning of the Supported Employment Quality Framework element of Connect to Work, as set out in the draft Delivery Plan. (iii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to directly commission the Individual Placement Support element of the Connect to Work programme in Wrexham. Reason for Decisions To allow the Council to progress the work required on a regional basis to establish the new Connect to Work employment support programme in Wrexham County Borough, which will benefit economically inactive people and launch in 2026.
The Lead Member for Economy, Business and Tourism submitted a report (COEP/20/26) to secure support for the draft Regional Delivery Plan for the new Connect to Work programme, which will support mobilisation of the programme in Wrexham County Borough. Presenting the report the Lead Member highlighted the aims of the programme and work undertaken to date on developing the delivery plan. Members asked questions of the Lead Member and during debate reference was made to partnership work and the role of the Heath Board and opportunities for scrutiny. RESOLVED – (i) That the draft Regional Delivery Plan for the Connect to Work programme, which has been developed through collaboration between the six north Wales local authorities be supported. (ii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to directly commission the Individual Placement Support element of the Connect to Work programme in Wrexham to review and sign agreements for the funding of the programme with the Accountable Body, once the Delivery Plan is approved by the Department for Work & Pensions. (iii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to support the regional commissioning of the Supported Employment Quality Framework element of Connect to Work, as set out in the draft Delivery Plan. (iii) That delegated authority be granted to the Interim Chief Officer Economy & Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member Economy, Business & Tourism, to directly commission the Individual Placement Support element of the Connect to Work programme in Wrexham. Reason for Decisions To allow the Council to progress the work required on a regional basis to establish the new Connect to Work employment support programme in Wrexham County Borough, which will benefit economically inactive people and launch in 2026.
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RESOLVED – (i) That the Executive Board agree to the implementation of the conditions of the proposed PSPO for the designated area in Wrexham city centre, for the maximum period of 3 years effective from 8 March 2026, as shown in the Proposed Order attached as Appendix A to report CE/01/26. (ii) That the PSPO be subject to quarterly review by the Community Safety Partnership Board. (iii) That the PSPO be reported on annually through the Community Safety Plan to the Crime and Disorder Scrutiny Committee. Reasons for Decisions (i) The PSPO is one of the available tools and powers in the Act to address ASB for the benefit of residents, visitors and local businesses. Enforcement, alone, is not the answer to the issues, but it is a vital part of a multi-agency approach that we have adopted involving contributions from the Local Authority, North Wales Police, Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board (BCUHB) and other partner organisations. (ii) The consultation results of the proposed renewal of the Wrexham City Centre Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) shows strong overall public support for continuing all existing restrictions, with residents, workers, visitors, businesses, councillors and police all contributing to the feedback. Respondents consistently highlighted concerns about ASB, drug use, street drinking, and public urination/defecation, emphasising the need for improved safety, visible enforcement, and a cleaner city centre. While most agreed the measures are necessary and beneficial, many also stressed the importance of stronger enforcement, better access to public toilets, and support services for vulnerable groups. Overall, findings indicate firm backing for renewing the PSPO, alongside calls for clearer communication, greater enforcement presence, and more supportive, inclusive approaches. (iii) The vast majority of Wrexham residents adhere to rules and boundaries without ever the need for any formal enforcement. The PSPO does not seek to target a group of individuals but applies to any member of the public over the age of 18 who participate in ASB. By not having restrictions proposed by the PSPO there is a risk of ASB increasing.
The Lead Member for Partnerships and Community Safety submitted a report (CE/01/26) to seek Members’ approval for a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for identified areas of Wrexham city centre. Members recognised that the PSPO was one of a range of preventative tools available and welcomed the continuation of the order for the designated area in the city centre. RESOLVED – (i) That the Executive Board agree to the implementation of the conditions of the proposed PSPO for the designated area in Wrexham city centre, for the maximum period of 3 years effective from 8 March 2026, as shown in the Proposed Order attached as Appendix A to report CE/01/26. (ii) That the PSPO be subject to quarterly review by the Community Safety Partnership Board. (iii) That the PSPO be reported on annually through the Community Safety Plan to the Crime and Disorder Scrutiny Committee. Reasons for Decisions (i) The PSPO is one of the available tools and powers in the Act to address ASB for the benefit of residents, visitors and local businesses. Enforcement, alone, is not the answer to the issues, but it is a vital part of a multi-agency approach that we have adopted involving contributions from the Local Authority, North Wales Police, Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board (BCUHB) and other partner organisations. (ii) The consultation results of the proposed renewal of the Wrexham City Centre Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) shows strong overall public support for continuing all existing restrictions, with residents, workers, visitors, businesses, councillors and police all contributing to the feedback. Respondents consistently highlighted concerns about ASB, drug use, street drinking, and public urination/defecation, emphasising the need for improved safety, visible enforcement, and a cleaner city centre. While most agreed the measures are necessary and beneficial, many also stressed the importance of stronger enforcement, better access to public toilets, and support services for vulnerable groups. Overall, findings indicate firm backing for renewing the PSPO, alongside calls for clearer communication, greater enforcement presence, and more supportive, inclusive approaches. (iii) The vast majority of Wrexham residents adhere to rules and boundaries without ever the need for any formal enforcement. The PSPO does not seek to target a group of individuals but applies to any member of the public over the age of 18 who participate in ASB. By not having restrictions proposed by the PSPO there is a risk of ASB increasing.
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RESOLVED – (i) That, subject to the following amendment, the Recruitment & Selection Policy be approved for implementation on 1 March 2026: Paragraph 3.0 All vacancies should be advertised, externally and/or internally internally and/or externally Paragraph 5.1 Exit interviews should be arranged for every leaver to read ‘Every staff member will be offered an exit interview’ (ii) That the Employee Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards be approved for implementation on 1 March 2026. Reasons for Decisions (i) To ensure the Council applies a fair and consistent approach to Recruitment & Selection across the Council. (ii) To ensure the Council applies a fair and consistent approach to Employee’s Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards, with the aim of improving our services to our customers and the effectiveness and reputation of the Council
The Lead Member for Corporate and Customer Services submitted a report (CE/02/26) to seek approval for the revised Recruitment & Selection Policy and the Employee Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards. The Recruitment & Selection Policy had been developed to ensure a fair recruitment process that reflects current legislative requirements, best practice standards and the Council’s commitment to equality and fairness. The Employee Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards incorporated the Statutory Code and additional standards which are expected of all employees of Wrexham Council. The Employee Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards set out the standards expected of an employee and provided a framework which will help to promote best practice. During debate reference was made to the process for employees to declare any additional employment or business activity (paid or unpaid) to their line manager including voluntary work, working relationships between employees and elected members, reference to the ‘recognised’ trade unions, exit interview process and internal/external post advertising. RESOLVED – (i) That, subject to the following amendment, the Recruitment & Selection Policy be approved for implementation on 1 March 2026: Paragraph 3.0 All vacancies should be advertised, externally and/or internally internally and/or externally Paragraph 5.1 Exit interviews should be arranged for every leaver to read ‘Every staff member will be offered an exit interview’ (ii) That the Employee Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards be approved for implementation on 1 March 2026. Reasons for Decisions (i) To ensure the Council applies a fair and consistent approach to Recruitment & Selection across the Council. (ii) To ensure the Council applies a fair and consistent approach to Employee’s Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards, with the aim of improving our services to our customers and the effectiveness and reputation of the Council
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RESOLVED – (i) That Councillor Anthony Wedlake be appointed to the vacant seat on the Wrexham Tenant and Member Partnership as indicated in paragraph 4.1 of report COGC/13/26. (ii) That this matter be dealt with as an urgent item of business in accordance with Section 5 (Rule 5.8.10(m)) of the Council’s Constitution. Reasons for Decisions (i) To agree the appointment of Members to the vacant seats on Committees, Sub-Committees, Panels and Working Groups in accordance with the Constitution. (ii) The reason for urgency is to allow those Members appointed to operate immediately.
The Monitoring Officer submitted a report (COGC/13/26) to consider the appointment of Members to the vacant seats on Statutory and Non-Statutory Groups which fall to be reconstituted by the Executive Board. RESOLVED – (i) That Councillor Anthony Wedlake be appointed to the vacant seat on the Wrexham Tenant and Member Partnership as indicated in paragraph 4.1 of report COGC/13/26. (ii) That this matter be dealt with as an urgent item of business in accordance with Section 5 (Rule 5.8.10(m)) of the Council’s Constitution. Reasons for Decisions (i) To agree the appointment of Members to the vacant seats on Committees, Sub-Committees, Panels and Working Groups in accordance with the Constitution. (ii) The reason for urgency is to allow those Members appointed to operate immediately.
RESOLVED - That the press and public be excluded from the Meeting during consideration of the following items as it is likely that, if they were present, there would be disclosure to them of exempt information as defined in Paragraphs 12, 13 and 15 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).
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