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RESOLVED That the current position of Business Continuity within Pembrokeshire County Council be noted.
RESOLVED (a) That the proposed option to put a contract out to tender and work with the contractor for a period of two years with an option to extend for a further two years in 12 month increments be supported in order to address the low level concerns that had been expressed by Members, ensuring that the service is achieving the outcomes expected of it. (b) That Officers use that time to work on implementing a Multi-Disciplinary Panel that can address the higher level issues that the Authority was tasked with in an efficient, accurate and targeted manner, in line with intelligence gathered throughout the County. [Councillor Rhys Sinnett left the meeting at this juncture.]
RESOLVED (a) That the Committee note the efforts undertaken by Officers to improve performance and reduce backlogs and acknowledged that, given the scale of the task and the lack of experienced staff, this would take some time. (b) That the Committee note that performance in some areas will decrease in order to improve the backlog situation. (c) That the Head of Planning write to Welsh Government to request an increase to fees associated with planning applications and Developments of National Significance. [The meeting adjourned for a short break at this juncture.]
RESOLVED That the Committee note the Audit Wales Report titled ‘Springing Forward Asset Management – Pembrokeshire County Council’ subject to the following additions: (a) That a single database to include all Authority assets including location and condition be developed. (b) That an update report would be given to Members of the Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee by email. (c) That the Director of Community liaise with the Head of Law and Governance as to the current position of the Strategic Asset Management Group and that it is put before Cabinet or Council to be re-established or disbanded and Members to be updated as appropriate.
RESOLVED (a) That the Committee considered and scrutinised the Outline Draft County Council Budget for 2023-24 and Outline Draft Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2023-24 to 2026-27 and the Provisional Local Government Settlement for 2023-24 with specific focus on the elements in the remit of the Committee. (b) That the Committee declines to advise Cabinet of its position in respect of the County Council Budget for 2023-24 and the Medium Term Financial Plan for 2023-24 to 2026-27 including specific considerations as noted. [Councillor Brian Hall left the meeting at this juncture.]
RESOLVED That the Forward Work Programme be approved subject to the above amendments being included.
There were no declarations of interest made.
Moved by Councillor Di Clements; Seconded by Councillor Brian Hall The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 15 November 2022 be approved as a correct record.
There were no public submissions or correspondence received.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED That the current position of Business Continuity within Pembrokeshire County Council be noted.
The Chair welcomed the Business Change Manager and the Emergency Planning Officer to the meeting to present the Emergency Response update to Members. The Manager highlighted that, following the retirement of the long term Business Continuity lead for Pembrokeshire County Council in December 2022; business continuity had moved across to the Facilities Management and Emergency Planning department. She explained that a review of the Corporate business continuity plan was being undertaken to include planning for potential power outages and other pressures. An additional review of the Corporate Risk Register would also be undertaken in partnership with the Resources Directorate to ensure all risks and opportunities are identified. The Committee then debated the contents of the report. In response to a query from Councillor Brian hall, the Business Change Manager advised that any concerns relating to Insurance would remain through the same contact details and any strategic queries regarding business continuity should be referred to herself. Moved by Councillor Di Clements; Seconded by Councillor Rhys Jordan The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the current position of Business Continuity within Pembrokeshire County Council be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED (a) That the proposed option to put a contract out to tender and work with the contractor for a period of two years with an option to extend for a further two years in 12 month increments be supported in order to address the low level concerns that had been expressed by Members, ensuring that the service is achieving the outcomes expected of it. (b) That Officers use that time to work on implementing a Multi-Disciplinary Panel that can address the higher level issues that the Authority was tasked with in an efficient, accurate and targeted manner, in line with intelligence gathered throughout the County. [Councillor Rhys Sinnett left the meeting at this juncture.]
The Chair welcomed the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Resident’ Services to give a presentation on the Enviro-Crime Enforcement Update to the Committee following the resolution at the previous meeting to discuss the wider issues surrounding Enviro-Crime in the County. The Cabinet Member advised Members that a survey regarding enviro-crime had been conducted with all County Councillors, noting that, whilst the response to the survey had been disappointing with only 20% return, a number of valid points/comments had been received. He further discussed the survey results with Members noting the majority of concerns that Councillors received from constituents remained as dog-fouling and fly-tipping. He presented the options that were available to tackle persistent offenders including: · Re-letting the contract externally · Establishing an internal team · A hybrid option to let the contract externally whilst developing an in-house team to address the high level enviro-crimes including fly-tipping. The Cabinet Member advised the Committee that the options to contract out and the Hybrid model were both revenue neutral and that any income raised would be used to further develop the internal capacity to deal with the high-level enforcement issues. The Streetcare and Parking Manager thanked the Chair and the Committee for organising the survey as it had contained some strong points and feedback. He noted the particular difficulty with enforcing dog-fouling due to the requirement of ‘catching them in the act’ but advised of the need to educate and communicate with residents and visitors to create behavioural change. The Business Change Manager emphasised the complexity of enviro-crime such as identifying the offenders with fly-tipping, as evidence is required in order to issue Fixed Penalty Notices, fines or to proceed to Court. She also noted the differences in offences across the County and that there were specific requirements in different areas. In response to a question from Councillor Di Clements, the Business Change Manager advised that the previous contract had generated a surplus income through fixed penalty notices. This had been used to provide additional signage and enforcement work with the Public Protection team. She further highlighted that, were an external contract awarded, this would generate income to support enforcement, working with the community and dedicated communication as well as the development of the multi-disciplinary team as mentioned by the Cabinet Member for Residents’ Services. Clarification was sought by Councillor Clements as to the method of reporting of enviro-crime incidents by residents in order to identify hot spots. She further noted that the ‘eyes’ posters had worked very well in her ward. The Business Change Manager advised that all entry-ways into the County had been identified with increased signage identifying methods of reporting offences. Previously, there had been a single point of contact and the marketing on the reporting of offences was to be clarified. The Streetcare and Parking Manager updated Members on the pilot that had been conducted in Summer 2022 regarding dogs on beaches noting that only two beaches did not allow any dogs on beaches out of 11 with partial bans. He advised that they were ensuring the best location and accuracy of signage and further highlighted the requirement for behaviour change, education and communication before enforcement. In response to a suggestion from Councillor Tim Evans, the Business Change Manager advised Members that the draft contract would ensure a portion of the contractors’ time would involve monitoring areas of dog-fouling to increase reporting. The Streetcare and Parking Manager clarified that there was no intention for the Civil Enforcement Officers to also deal with Fixed Penalty notices (FPN) due to the complexities on issuing a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) and then an FPN as they are both dealt with differently. However, they would be able to report issues for the appropriate team to then enforce. The Director of Resources advised Members that the design of the proposal was emphasising that it was a criminal offence to drop litter or to allow dog-fouling and that those causing the issue would fund the proposal. By appointing an external contractor, they would be able to appoint additional staff when footfall through the County increased. Clarification was sought by Councillor Rhys Jordan as to the percentage of the fixed penalty charge that was retained by the contractor and the Business Change Manager advised that it would be dependent on the contract awarded as there were a number of different models. Councillor Rhys Jordan then moved the recommendation emphasising the opportunity to generate income whilst preventing fly-tipping and dog-fouling. In response to a question from Councillor Clements, the Business Change Manager explained that when the previous contract had been put out to market that there had been minimal interest. They were working closely with the Procurement Team to ensure visibility of the contract and to encourage tenders. At the time of going out to tender, it would be the responsibility of the contractor to recruit staff. It was envisaged that the tender would be out in time for the Easter period. The Streetcare and Parking Manager informed Members that the priority objective was compliance and to remove dog-fouling and fly tipping for a cleaner, safer environment. The contract would run for a period of two years where they would hope to see a change in community behaviours. In response to a question from Councillor Mike Stoddart regarding publicising offenders, the Business Change Manager advised that by issuing an FPN attendance at court and a criminal conviction was avoided and could not therefore be made public. However, it would be possible to record how many FPNs were issued and how many offenders were taken to court whilst ensuring data protection rules were not breached. The Chair summed up the debate noting that the team was hopeful of appointing a new contractor and the disappointing response rate of 20% from Councillors. He further highlighted the need for the 120K residents of Pembrokeshire to support the Team as it was their community and requested a simplified method of reporting to support the zero target. He further noted an issue within Solva where the recycling lorries doors were being left open following collections allowing litter to be released. The Streetcare and Parking Manager advised that this would be taken back to the Department. The Cabinet Member for Residents’ Services thanked the Committee for the scrutiny and debate that had taken place noting the very positive comments that had been made. He gave a commitment to the Committee to build on the points raised and to keep them appraised of progress. Moved by Councillor Rhys Jordan; Seconded by Councillor Brian Hall The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED (a) That the proposed option to put a contract out to tender and work with the contractor for a period of two years with an option to extend for a further two years in 12 month increments be supported in order to address the low level concerns that had been expressed by Members, ensuring that the service is achieving the outcomes expected of it. (b) That Officers use that time to work on implementing a Multi-Disciplinary Panel that can address the higher level issues that the Authority was tasked with in an efficient, accurate and targeted manner, in line with intelligence gathered throughout the County. [Councillor Rhys Sinnett left the meeting at this juncture.]
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED (a) That the Committee note the efforts undertaken by Officers to improve performance and reduce backlogs and acknowledged that, given the scale of the task and the lack of experienced staff, this would take some time. (b) That the Committee note that performance in some areas will decrease in order to improve the backlog situation. (c) That the Head of Planning write to Welsh Government to request an increase to fees associated with planning applications and Developments of National Significance. [The meeting adjourned for a short break at this juncture.]
The Chair welcomed the Cabinet Member for Planning and Housing Delivery who presented the report noting that the Planning Service was a statutory function of the Council. He stated that the Service received and determined approximately 1200 planning applications per annum and breaches of planning control were managed and dealt with by a Team of Enforcement Officers. The Cabinet Member updated Members that the Service provided specialist advice on a range of Statutory Services including historic buildings, biodiversity, landscape, public rights of way, common land and village greens. Additionally, the Local Government and Elections Act 2021 had placed an additional duty for the preparation of regional strategic development plans to be presented to corporate joint committees. The Cabinet Member then highlighted some of the key issues faced by the service as follows: · There were 333 live planning applications on the system with 39 dating back to 2020 or older, this had reduced from 59 reported in September 2020 and 49 in 2021, again a reduction from 110 previously reported. · Applications that were over eight weeks had reduced from 237 in February 2022 to 184 noting that the back-log was decreasing even with an increase in applications received. · The Programme for Administration had been approved at Cabinet on 9 January 2023 had set a target of 90% of all applications to be determined within agreed timescales. · In December 2022 it was noted 98% of all applications were agreed within the agreed timescales. · There were now two additional Officers in place with Senior Officers providing support which had proved effective. · 24 formal complaints were received during 2021-22, 22 of which had been investigated with two cases currently ongoing. · There were currently 367 live enforcement cases, reduced from 418 in September 2022. · Casual Investigation Officers were being utilised. · 2021-22 had seen seven appeals lodged with five upheld. · 99 affordable houses had been provided to the Authority. · Phosphates remained a challenge with 20 applications requiring a Local Development Plan (LDP) review. · The Team was working with the Conservation Team and a Habitat Review specialist had been recruited for two days per week. · Phosphates remained a major challenge to the County with 22 applications requiring a habitat investigation. · A Nutrient Management Board had been established between Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion working towards the preparation of a Nutrient Management Plan. · A Phosphate Budget Calculator had been designed by Carmarthenshire County Council and would be available to developers in the Summer of 2023. The Cabinet Member thanked the Committee for recognising and supporting additional resources for the Planning Service. He highlighted that the number of graduates in the field had reduced and that the Service was now looking to develop the Team in-house. The Committee then debated the contents of the report and the key points were highlighted as follows: · Planning Officers were historically attracted by higher salaries in neighbouring Authorities. · The need for experienced staff to be retained in the Authority. · An efficient Planning Service helps to stimulate the economy including painters and decorators and the building trade. · A six-month training plan had been developed for trainee Planning Officers. · There were now 4.5FTE Enforcement Officers in place. · No building applications that would add to the phosphate load were being permitted at present. · A prospective Citizens Portal was being progressed. · A career grade had been introduced to improve the retention of trainee Planning Officers following qualification. In response to a comment from Councillor Brian Hall, the Cabinet Member agreed that a good mix of new and experienced Planning Officers was vital to the service. Councillor Di Clements highlighted the excellent improvements that had taken place in the service. In response to a concern raised by Councillor Clements, the Cabinet Member reassured the Committee that the £200K additional funding was anticipated to remain within the Service. Councillor Steve Alderman highlighted the amount of Officer time involved in determining developments of national significance and the Head of Planning committed to write to Welsh Government requesting an increase in the fee. The Chief Planning Officer advised that a new category of larger developments had been introduced to attain an increased fee where appropriate. Moved by Councillor Di Clements: Seconded by Councillor Tim Evans The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED (a) That the Committee note the efforts undertaken by Officers to improve performance and reduce backlogs and acknowledged that, given the scale of the task and the lack of experienced staff, this would take some time. (b) That the Committee note that performance in some areas will decrease in order to improve the backlog situation. (c) That the Head of Planning write to Welsh Government to request an increase to fees associated with planning applications and Developments of National Significance. [The meeting adjourned for a short break at this juncture.]
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED That the Committee note the Audit Wales Report titled ‘Springing Forward Asset Management – Pembrokeshire County Council’ subject to the following additions: (a) That a single database to include all Authority assets including location and condition be developed. (b) That an update report would be given to Members of the Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee by email. (c) That the Director of Community liaise with the Head of Law and Governance as to the current position of the Strategic Asset Management Group and that it is put before Cabinet or Council to be re-established or disbanded and Members to be updated as appropriate.
The Chair noted that the Audit Wales – Local report Springing Forward Asset Management had been presented to the Governance and Audit Committee and invited the Director of Community Services to present the report as part of the Forward Work Programme. The Director of Community Services advised Members that Audit Wales had commissioned a number of Springing Forward reports across all 22 Local Authorities. He noted the weaknesses had been identified in governance and asset management and in strategic planning arrangements including processes and performance measuring of assets. It was noted that the report reflected a number of historical deficiencies following cutbacks that had been made. The response to Audit Wales had set out the action plan and had been presented to the Governance and Audit Committee and a number of recommendations had been progressed. He noted that the strategy had been developed in line with the development principles as specified in the Audit Wales recommendation. The Director further noted that a commitment to deliver the action plan had been presented to the Governance and Audit Committee. He reported that the final draft of the new Asset Management Strategy had been completed to replace the Strategic Asset Management Plan and would be presented to the Policy and Pre-Decision Overview and Scrutiny Committee on 27 February 2023. The Chief Property Officer highlighted that the report related to asset management rather than property management for the Authority. The Committee then debated the contents of the report. Councillor Brian Hall highlighted the Strategic Asset Management Group that had previously worked well and noted that this could be re-started. Councillor Viv Stoddart concurred that this Group was a mix of Members and Officers and had been effective in providing Member input. In response, the Director of Community Services advised that the external review had observed that the Council lacked a Corporate Asset Management Board. This had been rectified and the Board set up containing various professionals under the leadership of the Chief Executive. In response to a further query from Councillors Hall and Viv Stoddart regarding Member inclusion in the Board, the Director clarified that this Group had been set up in line with the recommendations and was planned to be Officer led. Councillor Hall further highlighted that there were buyers for properties in the County but they were not being allowed to make the purchases In response to a concern raised by Councillor Viv Stoddart, regarding the Operational Strategic Asset Management Group discussed in recommendations two and three of the report, the Director advised that this Group would sit below the Corporate Asset Management Board and would include middle Management staff. Councillor Viv Stoddart clarified that neither the Corporate Asset Management Board or the Operational Strategic Asset Management Group would have democratic input from Members. The Director again confirmed that both Groups were set up in line with the recommendations from Audit Wales and that the engagement with Members would be sought at appropriate times. Councillor Viv Stoddart raised concerns on the reporting mechanism to Members via an Overview and Scrutiny Committee from both Groups and declared that the reports should contain Member input prior to scrutiny. The Chief Property Officer clarified the position with the Strategic Asset Management Group as it had become increasingly operational and was not reviewing the organisations assets as a whole. She stated that the last meeting had taken place in January 2022 prior to the elections. The Director emphasised the excellent work that had arisen from Members through overview and scrutiny in developing the policies supporting the Authority’s approach to asset management. Councillor Di Clements concurred with the comments from Councillors Hall and Viv Stoddart and highlighted additional concerns that the various assets owned by the Authority were not held in a single database to identify its current state, location, repairs required etc. The Chief Property Officer advised that there was a fixed asset register which held details of all assets; however she stated that each property function across the organisation had separate systems containing data on assets. These systems were not working together to link the information. In addition, the Property Team are implementing a case management system, due to the complexities, it was now due to go live on 23 March 2023. It was noted that a Member seminar was taking place to explain the system and how the property and asset management team would be managed. Councillor Mike Stoddart highlighted that a list of all Council assets had historically been provided with the budget papers and requested that this be reinstated. In response to a question from Councillor Mike Stoddart, the Director of Community Services advised that no formal decision had been made for the Strategic Asset Management Board to cease and the decision making remained unchanged. He clarified that no decision could be made by Officers to cease the Strategic Asset Management Board and that this remained under review by the Chief Executive. In response to a question from the Chair in support of Councillors Hall, Mike Stoddart, Viv Stoddart and Clements, the Director of Community Services agreed that the points raised by Members would be noted and an update presented to a future meeting. Clarification was sought by Councillor Mike Stoddart regarding the Strategic Asset Management Group and the Director of Community Services explained that no decision to cease the Group could be made by Officers as this had been either a Council or Cabinet decision. Moved by Councillor Di Clements; Seconded by Councillor Brian Hall The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands, was carried. RESOLVED That the Committee note the Audit Wales Report titled ‘Springing Forward Asset Management – Pembrokeshire County Council’ subject to the following additions: (a) That a single database to include all Authority assets including location and condition be developed. (b) That an update report would be given to Members of the Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee by email. (c) That the Director of Community liaise with the Head of Law and Governance as to the current position of the Strategic Asset Management Group and that it is put before Cabinet or Council to be re-established or disbanded and Members to be updated as appropriate.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED (a) That the Committee considered and scrutinised the Outline Draft County Council Budget for 2023-24 and Outline Draft Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2023-24 to 2026-27 and the Provisional Local Government Settlement for 2023-24 with specific focus on the elements in the remit of the Committee. (b) That the Committee declines to advise Cabinet of its position in respect of the County Council Budget for 2023-24 and the Medium Term Financial Plan for 2023-24 to 2026-27 including specific considerations as noted. [Councillor Brian Hall left the meeting at this juncture.]
The Chair introduced the Draft County Council Budget for 2023-24 and Outline Draft Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2023-24 to 2026-27 and highlighted that should appendices B or C be discussed then the meeting would move to private session as it involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 14, Part 4, of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972. It is the opinion of the Director of Resources that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. The Chair welcomed the Cabinet Member for Corporate Finance to the meeting who presented the report and highlighted the key points therein, namely: · The provisional Welsh Government settlement was as good as could be hoped and guaranteed the need to fill a funding gap of £18.6m. · This was an unprecedented challenge, never faced before. · The budget savings that were listed in the restricted appendices were currently being updated and would be circulated prior to the budget seminar. · It was anticipated that a high level discussion could take place to inform the public of the decisions that were being considered. · In order to fill the funding gap by Council Tax alone would require a 27% increase. · By budget savings alone, would require all green, all amber and most of the red savings identified. · It was noted that red rated savings would have the most impact, amber, reduced impact and green, little or no impact on staffing. · He highlighted the difficulties and the impact of implementing the budget savings at all levels. · Appendix C was of critical importance presenting the proposed order of the budget savings. The Cabinet Member advised that the Cabinet decision had not been available at this meeting to provide any guidance on the Council Tax increase, as was the case previously, due to timescales and therefore he delivered a personal opinion. He was advised by Officers that it would be legal for full Council to consider reallocating the monies raised from empty homes and second homes surcharges to offset budget savings where the delivery of the Council service is significantly impacted by second homes within the county. This was worth potentially £5m per year and he felt that, for the remainder of the Council term, this should be utilised for that purpose. Together with a 7.5% increase then only half of the total budget savings would be necessary. The Committee then debated the contents of the report and the key points were highlighted as follows: · The Cabinet Member for Corporate Finance confirmed that the revised figures would be circulated to Members prior to the Members Budget Seminar. · Councillor Tim Evans advised that he could not provide comment without the updated figures. · Councillor Huw Murphy raised concerns on ceasing the Enhancing Pembrokeshire Fund and advised that he would need to discuss this with his ward prior to making any decision. · It was recognised by the Cabinet Member that the decisions on the budget savings that are just at the cut off line that will be the most difficult to make. · The Cabinet Member and the Director of Resources were developing a web page to inform Members of the effect of different increases in Council Tax on the budget savings required. · Councillor Di Clements sought clarification on the criteria for using monies raised by second home classifications and declared that it should be used for housing. · That this was a year on year decision that will be required and was a long term problem. Councillor Mark Carter then Moved that the Committee vote on whether they should make a recommendation on the increase in Council Tax. Councillor Viv Stoddart advised that another Committee had voted that they could not provide a decision and the Cabinet Member requested feedback on the order of budget savings and any observations prior to the Members Budget Seminar. Councillors Tom Tudor, Rhys Jordan, Councillor Steve Alderman concurred with comments from Councillor Evans that they could not provide comment without updated figures particularly in the current climate of cost of living increases and the projects that were taking place in the County. The Chair clarified that the Committee was being asked to provide an indication rather than a decision on the Council Tax increase. Moved by Councillor Mike Stoddart; Seconded by Councillor Di Clements · That the Committee considered and scrutinised the Outline Draft County Council Budget for 2023-24 and Outline Draft Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2023-24 to 2026-27 and the Provisional Local Government Settlement for 2023-24 with specific focus on the elements in the remit of the Committee. · That the Committee declines to advise Cabinet of its position in respect of the County Council Budget for 2023-24 and the Medium Term Financial Plan for 2023-24 to 2026-27 including specific considerations as noted. [The Director of Community Services left the meeting at this juncture.] The Chair clarified that the Committee would continue to debate the proposal. In response to a query from Councillor Di Clements, the Cabinet Member advised that the results of the public consultation were not yet available. In response to a question from Councillor Rhys Jordan, the Cabinet Member advised that the Facebook Live event formed part of the consultation and remained available on line. He declared that the average audience to the Facebook Live had been 40-50 and planned to provide a similar platform in future to fully inform residents. The Chair clarified that the Committee would not go into private session for discussion and proceeded to vote on the recommendation. The vote, undertaken by way of a roll-call, was carried. The votes were recorded as follows: For the Motion: Councillors Mark Carter, Di Clements, Tim Evans, Viv Stoddart and Mike Stoddart [5] There were no votes against the Motion. Abstentions: Councillors Steve Alderman, Brian Hall, Rhys Jordan, Huw Murphy and Shon Rees [5]. RESOLVED (a) That the Committee considered and scrutinised the Outline Draft County Council Budget for 2023-24 and Outline Draft Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2023-24 to 2026-27 and the Provisional Local Government Settlement for 2023-24 with specific focus on the elements in the remit of the Committee. (b) That the Committee declines to advise Cabinet of its position in respect of the County Council Budget for 2023-24 and the Medium Term Financial Plan for 2023-24 to 2026-27 including specific considerations as noted. [Councillor Brian Hall left the meeting at this juncture.]
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED That the Forward Work Programme be approved subject to the above amendments being included.
The Committee then debated the contents of the Forward Work Programme and the key points were highlighted as follows: · That the Phosphates update be deferred to the June meeting. · That an update on Enviro-Crime be presented in September to include an update for the Summer period. · That an update from Property be presented in September. · That incidents of vandalism on the Authority’s properties be deferred to September. Moved by Councillor Mark Carter; Seconded by Councillor Steve Alderman The vote, undertaken by way of a show of hands was carried. RESOLVED That the Forward Work Programme be approved subject to the above amendments being included.
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