Decision details

To approve the Debt Management Policy.

1)    That the continuation of the refreshed Debt Management Policy be approved; and

2)    That delegated authority be given to the Section 151 Officer, in conjunction with the Portfolio Holder for Finance, Commercialisation and Partnerships, to undertake future review and changes to the Debt Management Policy.

·         The continuation of the Debt Management Policy will ensure that South Holland District Council demonstrates a clear and transparent position in respect of its approach to the management of debt; and

·         Delegation for reviewing and updating the policy will enable a responsive and efficient approach to policy maintenance).

·         Do nothing – this option was rejected as it is timely for the policy to be formally reviewed and its continuation re-approved.