The meeting primarily focused on issues of protester behavior, the adoption of a revised council constitution, and the appointment of committee chairs and vice chairs. There were also discussions on the appointment of members to outside bodies and organizations.

Protester Behavior

Several council members, including the Leader of the Council and Councillor Paula, expressed their concerns about the aggressive behavior of protesters. They reported instances of verbal abuse and threats directed at council members, particularly female members. The council condemned this behavior and emphasized the need for a safe and respectful environment for elected representatives.

Adoption of Revised Council Constitution

The council discussed the adoption of a revised council constitution for the 2024-2025 municipal year. Councillor Tony Cox moved the recommendations, which included minor amendments proposed by the monitoring officer. The Green Group proposed an amendment to ensure fairness and proportionality in the allocation of committee chairs and vice chairs, but this amendment was not passed. The original motion to adopt the revised constitution was carried.

Appointment of Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs

The council appointed chairs and vice chairs for various committees. The Green Group proposed several amendments to ensure fair representation, including nominating their members for specific chair and vice chair positions. These amendments were debated but ultimately not passed. The original motion to appoint the proposed chairs and vice chairs was carried.

Appointment to Outside Bodies and Organizations

The council discussed the appointment of members to outside bodies and organizations, including the Liverpool City Region Transport Committee. The Green Group proposed an amendment to ensure proportional representation on this committee, arguing that they should have one of the four seats allocated to Wirral members. This amendment was also debated but not passed. The original motion for appointments was carried.

Key Decisions

• The council condemned the aggressive behavior of protesters and emphasized the need for a safe environment for council members.
• The revised council constitution for the 2024-2025 municipal year was adopted.
• The proposed chairs and vice chairs for various committees were appointed.
• The appointments to outside bodies and organizations, including the Liverpool City Region Transport Committee, were confirmed.

Notable Quotes

• We are here as elected representatives and as leaders in our communities, we should not be endorsing or encouraging that kind of behavior. - Leader of the Council
• This amendment reflects the Green Party's commitment to fairness, respect, and mutual cooperation. - Councillor Cleary
• It's not about working together, it's not about fairness. If it was about fairness, you would listen to people in Little West who voted overwhelmingly in the consultation to have a compromise on the beach. - Councillor Stewart

Conclusion

The meeting highlighted significant issues related to protester behavior, the adoption of a revised council constitution, and the appointment of committee chairs and vice chairs. Despite the Green Group's efforts to ensure fair representation, their proposed amendments were not passed. The council proceeded with the original motions, emphasizing the need for a safe and respectful environment for all members.