Decision details

Suspension of Affixing Council Seal to Legal Documentation - JUN20/CAB/05

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

The purpose of this report is for Cabinet note the decision taken by the Chief Executive under Part 4, Section 4.6.1 of the constitution, which permits the Chief Executive to undertake emergency action.

Decision:

Cabinet considered the report and RESOLVED to note the decision taken by the Chief Executive under Part 4, Section 4.6.1 of the constitution as set out in this report.

Reasons for the decision:

To ensure that the Council’s resources are used in an effective and efficient manner, together with maintaining the health and safety of employees in relation to the current circumstances relating to COVID-19.

Alternative options considered:

Not to make the amendment – This was discounted on the basis of the practical difficulties that may occur following government requirement for officers to work from home.

Interests and Nature of Interests Declared:

None.

Background Documents:

Council Standing Orders, Part 4.

Publication date: 22/06/2020

Date of decision: 22/06/2020

Decided at meeting: 22/06/2020 - Cabinet

Effective from: 26/06/2020

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