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RESOLVED to approve the Forward Work Programme 2023-24.
The Chair welcomed Members to the first meeting of the Climate Change, Frontline Services & Prosperity Scrutiny Committee for the 2023-24 Municipal Year.
Apologies of absence were received from County Borough Councillors J. Barton and R. Yeo.
In accordance with the code of conduct, there were no declaration of interest pertaining to the agenda.
The Members’ Researcher and Scrutiny Officer referenced the research facilities that were available to Members within the Council Business Unit. Members were advised that if they have any specific queries to email them to Scrutiny@rctcbc.gov.uk.
The Members’ Researcher & Scrutiny Officer referenced the consultation links, which were available through the ‘RCT Scrutiny’ website. Members were reminded that information is provided in respect of relevant consultations for consideration by the Committee, which are circulated on a monthly basis and updated on a fortnightly basis.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED to approve the Forward Work Programme 2023-24.
The Members’ Researcher and Scrutiny Officer presented the Forward Work Programme 2023-24 to Members and sought Members approval of the work programme and invited any suggestions from Members. Following this, discussions ensued. A Member queried whether grass cutting could referenced in the Tree and Hedgerow item and another Member questioned if the Public Rights of Way report could reference barbed wire and the relevant legislation surrounding it. The Members’ Researcher and Scrutiny Officer confirmed that these items would be passed on to the relevant Officers. Following discussion, Members RESOLVED to approve the Forward Work Programme 2023-24.
There was no urgent business to report.
The Chair thanked Members for attending and emphasised that the next meeting will be in October, where the Committee can start to utilise the Forward Work Programme.
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