The Capital Buildings Board is scheduled to consider proposals for delegated authority to streamline the delivery of the Future Police Estate Programme, including the Salisbury Square Development. The Board will also receive updates on the Salisbury Square Development and the City of London Police's property store.

Future Police Estate Programme Governance and Delegated Authority

A key item for discussion is the proposed establishment of a delegated authority arrangement to support the delivery of the Future Police Estate Programme (FPEP), which includes the Salisbury Square Development (SSD). The report, authored by City Surveyor Paul Wilkinson and CCPD Director Genine Whitehorne, suggests granting the Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) for the FPEP (incl. SSD) the authority to make decisions with a cost implication of up to £2 million. This would allow for more timely and efficient programme delivery, particularly for operational and time-critical commercial decisions, without requiring full Capital Buildings Board (CBB) approval for every matter.

The report outlines two options: maintaining the current governance structure where all financial and contractual authority rests with the CBB, or establishing this delegated authority. The recommended option, Option B, aims to align FPEP (incl. SSD) with modernised governance practices seen in other major programmes, such as the Barbican Renewal Programme (BRP). The delegated authority would apply to funds within the approved £750.2 million programme envelope, excluding the £30 million in Optimism Bias¹. Decisions made under this delegation would be reported to the CBB. The report details a table of responsibilities, indicating which actions would fall under the SRO's delegation and which would remain with the CBB or other relevant committees.

The FPEP (incl. SSD) is noted to deliver against all six of the City of London Corporation's strategic aims, supporting outcomes related to diverse communities, a thriving destination, economic growth, and a sustainable environment. The proposal is expected to improve operational efficiency by reducing the time officers spend on preparing papers for approval and decrease the risk of programme delays and additional costs.

Salisbury Square Development - RIBA Stage 5 Update

The Board is scheduled to receive an update on the progress of the Salisbury Square Development Programme. This item, reported by the City Surveyor, is for information only and will provide details on the project's advancement through RIBA Stage 5². The Salisbury Square Development is a significant component of the wider Future Police Estate Programme.

Office Furniture (FPEP)

A report from the Commissioner of the City of London Police concerning office furniture for the Future Police Estate Programme is scheduled for discussion. This item is for decision and will likely address procurement or allocation of furniture related to the programme's delivery.

COLP Property Store

The City Surveyor is scheduled to provide information regarding the City of London Police (COLP) Property Store. This item is for information only and will offer an overview of the property store's status or operations.

Major Programmes Office - Dashboard Report

A dashboard report from the Chamberlain is expected to provide an overview of progress on key workstreams within the City of London Corporation's major programmes. This report is for information only and will be available to the Board.