Issue - meetings

To note Portfolio Holder updates on work being undertaken within each of their Portfolios (report of the Leader enclosed).

The Chairman invited Members to note the written Portfolio Holder updates, which had been circulated with the agenda. This was the first time such a report had been presented following a request from Council, and it provided a summary of work undertaken by each Portfolio Holder within their respective areas of responsibility.

The Leader of the Council introduced the report and explained that it was intended to improve transparency and provide members with a regular overview of Cabinet activity. He reminded members that the report was for noting only and that any questions arising from its contents should be raised under Agenda Item 8 – Questions Asked Without Notice.

Members welcomed the report and expressed appreciation for the additional insight into Cabinet portfolios. No formal debate took place.

DECISION:

That the Portfolio Holder updates be noted.