Decision details

It was RESOLVED that:

a)     the Leader of the Council and Chief Executive be authorised to undertake engagement regarding Local Government Reorganisation options including proper public consultation with all affected parties, and following a clear timescale to be agreed, which allows due consideration for affected parties and respects local democracy;

b)     the Local Government Reorganisation Member Group be re-formed, chaired by the Leader of the Council, to engage with the process and support Rushcliffe Borough Council’s involvement in shaping the future of local government;

c)     a budget of up to £60,000 be allocated for working collectively with other local authority partners to identify and consult on the best options for the future;

d)     the Cabinet be updated regularly on the progress of any work; and

e)     preferred options for any future Local Government Reorganisation that affects Rushcliffe Borough Council be referred to Full Council for consideration and debate.