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Consideration of this item was deferred to the April meeting to permit further discussion between Executive Members and relevant Chief Officers.

1 Summary

1.1 The following decision is sought:

That the achievements of 2003/04 be welcomed and staff congratulated for their consistent effort and commitment and that the report be circulated to Hampshire MPs.

2 Reason

2.1 To record the major achievements of the County Council in 2003/04.

2.2 This decision supports Corporate Strategy aim 5 (Improving services) and aim 6 (Developing councillors and staff) by keeping members informed about the achievements of the Council and by recognising staff whose efforts have made the achievements possible.

3 Other Options considered and rejected: Not applicable.

4 Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker
or other executive member consulted: Not applicable.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee: Not applicable.

6 Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent: Not applicable.

Approved by: Date:

Councillor T K Thornber CBE