AT A MEETING of the CABINET of HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL held at The Castle, Winchester on Monday 25 April 2005.

PRESENT:

Councillors: T.K. Thornber, CBE (in the Chair); C.R.H. Davidovitz; K.B. Estlin; Mrs S.M. Glasspool; J.K. Glen; Felicity Hindson; D.A. Kirk; T.G. Knight; J. Waddington; M.J. Woodhall.

Also in attendance: Councillors: Mrs P.G. Banks; Mrs E.M. Byrom; K.G. Chapman; M. S. Geddes; R.J. Kimber; Mrs A.M. McNair-Scott; Mrs P.A. West.

453. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Members were mindful that, where they believed they had a personal or personal prejudicial interest in any matter to be considered at the meeting, they should normally at the time of the debate, declare their interest, and, having regard to the circumstances described in paragraphs 9, 10, 11 and 12 of the County Council's Code of Conduct, consider whether to leave the meeting whilst the matter was discussed. No declarations were made at this time.

454. MINUTES

The minutes of the meeting held on 21 March 2005 were confirmed as a correct record.

Arising thereon:-

(i) Minute 449 - South East Plan: concern was expressed as to how reliable circulation of the "Your Shout" publication produced by SEERA, had been. The Executive Member for Spatial Strategy confirmed that this matter would be tabled at the next Regional Planning meeting.


455. CHAIRMAN'S COMMUNICATIONS

(i) The Chairman report that the Cabinet had ratified the decision of the

Appointment Panel held on 22 April 2005 to appoint John Coughlan to the post of Director of Children's Services. Mr Coughlan is currently Corporate Director for Social Care at the Borough of Telford and Wrekin.

Andrew Seber, the County Education Officer would be taking early retirement from the County Council this summer following many years of excellent service to education in Hampshire. A full announcement would be made in due course.

(ii) As this was the last meeting of the Cabinet before the County Council elections on 5 May 2005, the Chairman extended his thanks to those Councillors who were not seeking re-election, Susan Glasspool, Keith Estlin and John Waddington, for all they had done for the County Council during their terms of office.

456. DEPUTATIONS


There were no deputations.

457. ANNUAL AUDIT AND INSPECTION LETTER

The Cabinet considered the report of the Chief Executive (Item 5 in the minute book) outlining the proposed response by the County Council to the District Auditor's Annual Audit and Inspection Letter for 2004, and identifying how the Council is addressing the findings in terms of actions, lead officers and timescales. Members attention was drawn to the six specific actions recommended by the District Auditor for the Council to act upon and the Chief Executive reported that good progress was already being made (Appendix 1 refers).

The Cabinet welcomed the report and adopted the recommendation contained within together with a further resolution to highlight the role of the Executive Member for Communication, External Relationships and Efficiency in respect of the performance aspects of the actions. A copy of the substantive decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 1.

458. AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION

The Cabinet considered the report of the Chief Executive (Item 6 in the minute book) detailing the recommendations of the Governance Committee in respect of amendments to the Constitution to reflect the establishment of a new River Hamble Harbour Authority, and the South Downs Joint Committee. In respect of the report's Appendix A2, the Cabinet agreed to an amendment of paragraph 3.1 of the Terms of Reference for the River Hamble Harbour Board. The Cabinet noted the report and adopted the recommendations contained within. A copy of the decision sheet and the revised River Hamble Harbour Board Terms of Reference are attached to these minutes as Appendix 2.

459. ANNUAL EFFICIENCY STATEMENT: FORWARD-LOOK 2005/06

The Cabinet considered the report of the County Treasurer (Item 7 in the minute book) setting out the forward-look efficiency plan statement for 2005/06 as part of the new statutory requirement for an Annual Efficiency Statement based on indicative targets against services and cross-cutting themes. The Cabinet had considered the forward-look statement in private session on 6 April and the final version had been submitted to meet the deadline of 15 April 2005 set by the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister. The next step of the statutory process would be the preparation of a backward-look statement for 2004/05 detailing the achievement of savings during this period, the deadline for which is 15 June 2005. The Cabinet welcomed the report which put in place a framework and a constructive approach for the achievement of efficiency savings, and acknowledged the strong involvement of the Corporate Management Team.

The Cabinet adopted the recommendations set out in the report and a copy of the decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 3.

460. RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT PENSION SCHEME (LGPS)

The Cabinet considered the report of the County Treasurer (Item 8 in the minute book) detailing the proposal by the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister to revoke the new regulations for the Local Government Pension Scheme which was introduced on 1 April 2005. The County Treasurer reported that until such time the regulations were revoked, the County Council would have to comply with the new rules. The Cabinet expressed strong concerns about the inevitable confusion to individuals and employers that the revocation would cause, as well as the additional administrative burden to the County Council. The Cabinet also expressed regret for those members of staff who find themselves affected during the intervening period.

Following a full discussion, the Cabinet adopted the report's recommendations and a copy of the decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 4.

461. PROVISIONAL OUTTURN FORECAST FOR 2004/05

The Cabinet considered the report of the County Treasurer (Item 9 in the minute book) setting out the current projection of the outturn for 2004/05, prior to work commencing on producing the final accounts for that period. The Cabinet took the view that it would be prudent to await the reporting of the final accounts in June before making any decisions arising from the 2004/05 outturn, and to set aside the majority of any underspend to ameliorate a potential shortfall in 2006/07.

The Cabinet welcomed the report and expressed thanks to staff. The report's recommendations were adopted and a copy of the decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 5.

462. CONSULTATION ON NEW SCHOOL FUNDING ARRANGEMENTS FROM 2006/07

The Cabinet considered the report of the County Treasurer (Item 10 in the minute book) detailing the Government's proposed changes to school funding arrangements from 2006/07, the most fundamental change being the removal of local democratic control over total schools budgets. The Government has undertaken consultation on the proposals - a response is required by 13 May 2005. The Cabinet expressed a number of concerns, namely that the introduction of these proposals would signify further extensive upheaval to the funding arrangements for schools and the knock-on effect this would have to the rest of the grant system; effect people's understanding of how council tax is used to support education; require additional mechanisms in order to ensure a smooth transition in respect of the further changes to the distribution of grant; the effect these proposals would have on business rates; and the cost and complexity of moving to academic year allocations. The Cabinet adopted the recommendations and a copy of the decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 6.

463. CONSTRUCTION RELATED PROCUREMENT

The Cabinet considered the report of the Director of Property, Business and Regulatory Services (Item 11 in the minute book) highlighting the key actions and initiatives relating to building procurement and their impact across the County Council's built estate. In addition the report identified work schemes which will be procured through the County Council's Framework Agreement, the benefits of which were starting to emerge. In welcoming the report, the Cabinet expressed strong support for the work carried out to date, and the proposals for the development of the Hampshire Procurement Model and the Modern Apprenticeships scheme. In addition, the Cabinet extended their congratulations to the Director of Property, Business and Regulatory Services and his staff for the progress that had been made with this area of work. The Cabinet adopted the recommendations set out in the report and agreed an additional resolution in respect of the Modern Apprenticeship scheme. A copy of the substantive decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 7.

464. INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FOR LOCAL MEMBERS

The Cabinet considered the report of the Policy and Resources Select Committee (Item 12 in the minute book) aimed at enhancing the information management framework for County Councillors both corporately and in their electoral divisions. Two sets of actions were recommended (as detailed in the Appendix to the decision sheet); the actions in paragraph 1 were suggested for immediate action, with the actions in paragraph 2 aimed at the longer term as part of the democratic review.

The Cabinet welcomed the report and adopted the recommendations contained within subject to the deletion of the last recommendation in paragraph 2. A copy of the substantive decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 8.

465. PUBLIC HEALTH: REPORT OF THE POLICY AND RESOURCES SCRUTINY AND SELECT COMMITTEE

The Cabinet received the report of the Policy and Resources Scrutiny and Select Committee (Item 13 in the minute book) detailing the Committee's examination of the current and potential role of the County Council in the promotion of public health and the health of its employees. The Cabinet welcomed the report and noted that Appendix 1 was not intended to be a comprehensive list of projects related to public health that are currently being worked on. Therefore, Members requested that the following projects be included: Home Improvement Schemes which are supported in all the districts, the very successful Older Peoples' Group operating in Andover in partnership with the voluntary sector, and the Inside Active Homes Project.

The report was noted and the Cabinet requested that the Policy Unit undertake the work to look at how the County Council might develop a strategic and co-ordinated approach to Public Health. A copy of the substantive decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 9.

466. POLICY AND RESOURCES SCRUTINY AND SELECT COMMITTEE INQUIRY 1: THE PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF RISK WITH CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Further to the interim report considered at its last meeting, the Cabinet received the report of the Chief Executive (Item 14 in the minute book) bringing to its attention the final recommendations of the Policy and Resources Scrutiny and Select Committee Inquiry Panel in regard to the prevention and management of risk to children and young people. The Cabinet noted the report which would be submitted to the County Council on 16 May 2005. A copy of the decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 10.

467. EXCLUSION OF THE PRESS AND PUBLIC

Resolved:

That; by virtue of paragraph 9 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972, the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting.

468. PROJECT INTEGRA

(With the concurrence of the Chairman under Section 100B (4)(a) of the Local Government Act 1972, this matter has been included on the agenda to avoid delay in elected Cabinet Members debating the concerns of the Executive Member for Environment about the effectiveness of the Project Integra Board and the Executive process set up to co-ordinate its business).

The Cabinet considered the confidential report of the Director of Environment (Item 15x in the minute book). Following a full discussion, the Cabinet adopted the report's recommendations and a copy of the non-confidential decision sheet is attached to these minutes as Appendix 11.

Contact: Gary Smith, ext 7691 e-mail: [email protected]

1 Summary

1.1 The following decisions were made:

· That Cabinet welcomes the comments by the District Auditor and approves the approach laid out in appendix one as the County Council's formal response to the Annual Audit and Inspection Letter.

· That the Executive Member for Communication, External Relationships and Efficiency be fully involved in the development and implementation of the performance management process.

2 Reason

2.1 This decision will strengthen the Council's overall ability to perform but supports mostly Aim five (Improving Services) and Aim six (Developing Councillors and Staff) of the Corporate Strategy.

2.2 Aim five will be supported by developing Member scrutiny arrangements; integrated service planning, financial planning and performance reporting; additional service planning guidance; a detailed performance management framework; additional officer performance scrutiny; financial systems; and financial controls.

2.3 Aim six will be supported by developing Member scrutiny arrangements; a political skills pilot; a detailed performance management framework; and links between the Corporate Strategy and performance development reviews.

2.4 This paper outlines the Council's formal response to the District Auditor's 2004 Annual Audit and Inspection Letter and highlights the main recommendations. It then identifies how the Council is reacting to the findings in terms of actions, lead officers and timescales.

3 Other options considered and rejected - None.

4 Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted -None.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee - None.

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

Approved by: .......................................... Date: ..............................
Councillor T K Thornber, CBE

Contact: Debbie Vaughan, ext no 7330, email: [email protected]

1. Summary

1.1 The following decisions are sought:

(i) That Cabinet endorse the recommendations of the Governance Committee to amend the Constitution, and the terms of reference and protocol for the River Hamble Harbour Board and River Hamble Harbour Management Committee (attached as Appendix A), and commend to the County Council for approval.

(ii) That Cabinet endorse the recommendations of the Governance Committee to amend the Constitution for the addition of the South Downs Joint Committee (attached as Appendix B), and commend to the County Council for approval.

2. Reason

2.1 Pursuant to Part I: Chapter 15 of the Constitution, amendments to the Constitution must be considered by the Cabinet before they are submitted to the full Council for approval.

2.2 Cabinet considered initial proposals pertaining to both decisions at its meeting on 24 January 2005; subsequently the Governance Committee considered these matters on 10 March 2005, the reports for which, and the Committee's recommendations are attached as appendices to this report.

2.3 Both decisions support Aims 1 to 5 of the Corporate Strategy (Maximising life opportunities, stewardship of the environment, Achieving economic prosperity, Building strong and safe communities and Improving services by:

· decision i: creating a fit-for-purpose Harbour Board to discharge the County Council's statutory obligations on the regulatory Harbour Authority for the River Hamble; and

· decision ii: working collaboratively to the benefit of the whole of the South Downs and preparing for the new (interim) administrative arrangements.

3. Other options considered and rejected - none.

4. Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted - none.

5. Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee - none.

6. Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent - none.

Approved by: ..................................... Date: ...................................

Councillor T. K. Thornber, CBE

APPENDIX A2 (REVISED)

TERMS OF REFERENCE

RIVER HAMBLE HARBOUR BOARD

1. Functions Delegated

The functions of the County Council in the capacity of harbour authority for the River Hamble.

2. Legal Status

A committee of the Cabinet established further to S.101(1) and S. 102(1) Local Government Act 1972, to which political proportionality applies.

3. Chair and Membership

The Board comprises seven members, as follows:-

3.1 The Chairman of the Board appointed by the County Council.

3.2 Two Members of the County Council. Subject to proportionality being maintained, these to be one Member representing a County Council division within the administrative boundary of Eastleigh Borough Council, and one Member representing a County Council division within the administrative boundary of Fareham Borough Council.

3.3 Three co-opted members with relevant skills and experience in the following areas: recreational sailing; marine industry; environmental management.

3.4 The County Council's Marine Director, or other representative nominated from time to time by the Director of Environment.

3.5 The appointments referred to in paragraphs 3.2 and 3.3 shall be made by the County Council on the recommendation of an Appointments Panel established by the County Council, chaired by the Chairman of the Board.

4. Term of Office

4.1 The term of office of the Chairman shall be the period between his appointment and the first full meeting of the County Council after the next following County Council elections.

4.2 The initial term of office of those Board members appointed further to Paragraph 3.5 above shall be as follows:-

4.2.1 Members referred to in Paragraph 3.2 above: six years in the case of the first Member; four years in the case of the second Member, (subject in each case to the Member continuing to hold office as a County Councillor for that period).

4.2.2 Co-opted members referred to in Paragraph 3.3 above: six years in the case of the first two co-opted members; four years in the case of the third co-opted member.

4.3. After the initial term of office has expired, all appointments made further to Paragraph 3.5 above shall be for a term of four years.

4.4 Casual vacancies in appointments referred to in Paragraphs 3.2 and 3.3 shall be filled further to Paragraph 3.5 above. Those appointed to fill a casual vacancy shall continue in office until the date at which the term of office would have expired, had the casual vacancy not arisen.

5. Voting

5.1 All Board members other than the member appointed under Paragraph 3.4 above shall be entitled to vote (Note: co-opted members are entitled to vote further to S. 13 (4) (g) Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and Regulation 4 of the Local Government (Committees and Political Groups) Regulations 1990, as the Board is established exclusively to discharge the Council's functions as a harbour authority).

5.2 In the event of there being an equal number of votes for and against a particular proposition, the Chairman shall have a casting vote.

6. Quorum

6.1 The quorum for meetings is three, including at least two Members of the Council.

7. Frequency of Meetings

7.1 The Board will normally meet once in every two months.

Contact: Jon Pittam, ext 7400

1. Summary

1.1 The following decision is sought:

to endorse the submission of the Annual Efficiency Statement: Forward-look 2005/06 to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister to meet the statutory deadline of 15 April 2005.

2 Reason

2.1 This is a new statutory requirement and the draft plan was considered by the informal Cabinet meeting on 6 April 2005 to enable the deadline to be met.

2.2 The statement ensures that all the aims of the corporate strategy are met, particularly improving services.

3 Other options considered and rejected

3.1 Not applicable.

4 Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted

4.1 Not applicable.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1 Not applicable.

6 Reason for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1 Not applicable.

Approved by: Date:
Councillor T K Thornber, CBE

Contact: Jon Pittam, ext 7400

1 Summary

1.1 The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister plans to revoke the new regulations for the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) introduced on 1 April 2005. The following decisions are sought:

· that the recent changes concerning the LGPS are noted

· that the Pension Fund Panel respond by 31 May 2005 on the planned revocation of the regulations.

2 Reason

2.1 The interim period between the regulations coming into effect and their subsequent revocation will cause confusion to individuals and employers and create additional work. The County Council supported the original changes to reduce future pressure on the employers' contributions to LGPS and consequently council tax.

3 Other options considered and rejected

3.1 Not applicable.

4 Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive member consulted

4.1 Not applicable.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1 Some members, and officers, are members of the LGPS.

6 Reason for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1 Not applicable.

Approved by: Date:
Councillor T K Thornber, CBE

Contact: Nick Gibbins, ext 7544

1 Summary

1.1 This report sets out the current projection of the outturn for 2004/05, prior to work commencing on producing the final accounts for 2004/05. The following decision is sought:

· that no specific action is required on the projected outturn for 2004/05 in advance of the consideration of the final accounts in June

2 Reason

2.1 Budget monitoring reports are submitted regularly to the Cabinet, to review whether any action is required to deal with variations between planned and actual spending. The report supports all the aims of the corporate strategy.

3 Other options considered and rejected

3.1 Not applicable.

4 Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or Executive member consulted

4.1 Not applicable.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1 Not applicable.

6 Reason for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1 Not applicable.

Approved by: Date:
Councillor T K Thornber, CBE

Contact: Jon Pittam, ext 7400

1 Summary

1.1 The Government is consulting on new school funding arrangements from 2006/07 with a closing date of 13 May 2005.

1.2 The following decisions are sought:

· to note the fundamental changes proposed in schools funding

· to agree the consultation response.

2 Reason

2.1 The Leader and Cabinet will wish to ensure that its views are submitted in response to the consultation exercise.

2.2 The changes will have an effect on all the aims of the corporate strategy, particularly:

Aim 1 - maximising life opportunities

Aim 5 - improving services

3 Other options considered and rejected

3.1 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 for the matter being dealt with if urgent - Not applicable

Approved by: Date:

Councillor T K Thornber, CBE

Contact: David Corcoran Ext: 7930 email: [email protected]

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Contact: Share d'All - Ext. 01962 846634 - email: shared'[email protected]

1. Summary

The following decisions are sought:


(a) To agree implementation now of the actions set out in the appendix (paragraph 1) to this decision.


(b) To include those other matters referred to in the appendix (paragraph 2) to the all party democratic review.


2. Reason


2.1. To improve support for County Councillors both corporately and in their electoral divisions pursuant to all elements of the Corporate Strategy.

3. Other Options considered and rejected


3.1. None.


4. Conflicts of Interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted


4.1. None.


5. Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee


5.1. Not applicable.


6. Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent


6.1. Not applicable


Approved by Councillor T.K. Thornber Date:

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5bR44405

APPENDIX (REVISED)

POLICY AND RESOURCES SCRUTINY AND SELECT COMMITTEE

11 APRIL 2005: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FOR LOCAL MEMBERS

1. For immediate attention:

· Funding is found from existing budgets to enable the use of the District; Division; Local Councillor fields of the Grants Database to be used for reporting (estimated at £450).

· Explore linking in with the www.writetothem.com system so that County Councillors can be identified and contacted in this simple way including the use of photos.

· Corporate Communications produce costed options for a `Your Councillor is Interested' campaign which would be initially targeted at County Council staff to achieve the following objectives:

_ To reinforce the democratic as well as service delivery objectives of the organisation

_ To clarify the role of County Councillors and how this sits alongside officer roles

_ To identify the issues about which Officers need to be keeping Councillors informed - and how

_ To identify ways in which Officers and Members should be working together

· Induction of Officers: (Hampshire Learning Centre)

i) The Manager's Role Induction is adapted to include a section on the role of Councillors and how managers need to interact with it

ii) There is consideration given to the best mechanism to include appropriate understanding of the democratic aspects of the organisation in the induction of ALL officers

· Internal and external links are developed and enhanced as part of the Members website

2. For the all-party Democratic Review:

· Explore ways to involve County Councillors in community consultation and community engagement undertaken by the officers in order to co-ordinate input to decision making.

· Centralised resources of collated information should be accessible to Members as well as Officers.

· Information should be provided on a district basis as a minimum -and by County Electoral Division where relevant and possible.

Contact: Share d'All - Ext. 01962 846634 - email: shared'[email protected]

1. Summary


The following decisions were taken:

(i) that Cabinet noted the report of the Policy and Resources Scrutiny and

Select Committee; and


(ii) requests that the Policy Unit undertake the work to look at how the County Council might develop a strategic and co-ordinated approach to Public Health.

2. Reason


2.1 The proximity of County Council elections and the need for time to consider the issues following the meeting of the Scrutiny and Select Committee on 11 April.

3. Other Options considered and rejected


3.1 None.


4. Conflicts of Interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted


4.1 None.


5. Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee


5.1 Not applicable.


6. Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent


6.1 Not applicable


Approved by: ............................... Date: .............................

Councillor T.K. Thornber

Contact: Share d'All - Ext. 01962 846634 - email: shared'[email protected]

1 Summary


The following decision is sought:

To receive the report of the Policy and Resources Scrutiny and Select Committee in advance of its consideration by the County Council.


2 Reason


2.1 Advance submission to Cabinet requested by the Policy and Resources Scrutiny and Select Committee at its meeting on 11 April. The recommendations in the report are to the Council.

3 Other Options considered and rejected


3.1 None.


4 Conflicts of Interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted


4.1 None.


5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee


5.1 Not applicable.


6 Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent


6.1 Not applicable


Approved by Councillor T.K. Thornber Date:

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5bR42405

Contact: Alison Quant, ext 5099

1. Summary

1.1 At the latest Project Integra (PI) Management Board meeting (April 7^th 2005) the Executive Member for Environment indicated that he will recommend to the County Council it should consider withdrawing from the executive arrangements fulfilled by the Board over what it sees as a lack of shared vision over the purpose of the executive, the way it needs to develop to meet future challenges including the need to significantly increase domestic (household) recycling achievements as well as moving the agenda to accommodate the needs of local business and industry as set out in the stakeholder strategy `More from Less'.

1.2 The County Council is unequivocal in its desire to continue to work with all the local authorities in Hampshire. However, whilst being committed to partnership working with local Councils and to the concept of Integra, the County Council has concerns about the effectiveness of the executive process set up to co-ordinate the strategic waste management service.

1.3 The following decisions are sought:

That:

(i) For the reasons given in the report, the Cabinet is supportive of the stance adopted by the Executive Member for Environment regarding the County Councils proposal to withdraw from future participation in the Project Integra Board and for this to be formally considered and determined at a future Executive Member decision day;

(ii) The Cabinet note the different options available to the new County Council administration in terms of future waste and resource management delivery; and

(iii) The Cabinet requests the Director of Environment to discuss the preferred option(s) with the Hampshire local authorities to ensure that future partnership arrangements enable the delivery of cost effective municipal waste management in the context of the Materials Resources Strategy.

2. Reason

2.1 This decision supports Aim 2, Stewardship of the Environment, Aim 3, Economic Prosperity, and Aim 5, Improving Services by ensuring that effective partnership arrangements are in place to enable the optimal and economic recovery of material resources in Hampshire.

3. Other Options Considered and Rejected

3.1 To take no action and risk increasing costs for the Hampshire tax payer and higher than necessary levels of residual waste.

4. Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Decision Maker or Other Executive Member Consulted - None.

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

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