In this meeting, the council addressed administrative matters and concluded with a decision to exclude the public from certain parts of the meeting. The meeting was brief and focused on procedural issues.

1. Apologies for Absence: The meeting began with apologies for absence from two council members, Will Forster and Mark Newsy, with no substitutions made for their absence.

2. Declarations of Interest: The council members were asked if they had any interests to declare concerning the items on the agenda, particularly those in part two. No interests were declared.

3. Exclusion of the Public: The most significant decision made during the meeting was to exclude the public from certain parts of the meeting. This decision was based on Section 100A of the Local Government Act 1972, which allows for such exclusion when the discussion involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as outlined in Schedule 12A of the Act. The specific reasons or topics for this exclusion were not detailed in the transcript provided. The council meeting was brief, focusing primarily on procedural matters with no substantial discussions or debates. The agenda included apologies for absence, declarations of interest, and a decision to exclude the public from certain parts of the meeting.

4. Apologies for Absence: The meeting acknowledged the absence of Will Forster and Mark Newsy, noting that there were no substitutions. This was a straightforward procedural acknowledgment without debate or significant implications.

5. Declarations of Interest: Members were asked if they had any interests related to the items on the agenda. No interests were declared, which moved the meeting along without any conflict of interest issues.

6. Exclusion of the Public: The council decided to exclude the public from certain parts of the meeting based on section 100A of the Local Government Act 1972, citing the potential disclosure of exempt information. This decision was procedural and likely relates to sensitive topics that require confidentiality. The implications involve maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of the matters discussed, though it also raises questions about transparency in council operations.

No surprises or unusual events were noted during the meeting, indicating it was largely routine and focused on maintaining procedural integrity.