Archived decisions

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1. Summary

1.1 The following decisions were made:

(a) Cabinet adopts the vision statement for international links:

Hampshire County Council's status as an excellent authority will be supported, developed and sustained through its European and international activities. It will work with international networks and agencies to promote the interests of Hampshire and influence and shape policy development internally and in Europe for the benefit of Hampshire people. International work adds value to the Council's corporate priorities and services to promote the economic, social and environmental well-being of Hampshire.


(b) Members and the International Officers group identify priority activities and how to disseminate information.


(c) That a further report be submitted by June 2006.

2. Reason

2.1 The County Council has been involved in European and international activity for many years, with benefits coming from a range of activities and projects. With a new Cabinet member for External Affairs it is timely to review the framework for this work.

The Council's international work supports all six aims of the Corporate Strategy.

3. Other options considered and rejected: - Not applicable.

4. Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or a member or officer consulted - Not applicable.

5. Dispensation granted by the Standard's Committee - Not applicable.

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

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