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RESOLVED:
 

1.   
That Committee noted the ongoing risk of fluctuation
in relation to Covid infection rates as well as the additional
benefits of holding virtual meetings in terms of enabling
participation in the Licensing process and recommends that
Licensing Panels continue to meet virtually until March 2024. This
does not preclude holding a panel hearing in person where the
individual circumstances of an application may warrant
it.
 

2.   
That Committee delegated authority to the Executive
Director - Governance, People & Resources after consultation
with the Chair and group spokespersons to determine arrangements
for Licensing Panel hearings until the next Licensing Committee in
March 2024.

 

3.   
That the Committee recommended that in exercising
this authority the above officer takes into account all relevant
factors including latest public health and government guidance, the
situation with other council meetings and the need to ensure fair
and transparent procedures in accordance with the Hearings
Regulations 2005.