Contact: Chris Lawrence Pietroni Ext. 7385

1. Summary

1.1 The following decisions are sought:

(a) That the Cabinet agree the draft direction and priorities for the
revised Corporate Strategy for the period 2006-2009 and the approach
to developing the corporate business plan.

(b) That the Cabinet recommend the proposals to the County Council
for consideration at its next meeting.

2. Reason

2.1 The Corporate Strategy forms part of the County Council's Policy Framework in the Constitution.

3. Other options considered and rejected - Not applicable.

4. Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or a member or officer consulted - None.

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