Purpose

This decision is being taken in accordance
with the delegated authority set out in the Cabinet report 9 April
2024 authorising the procurement of external legal services up to a
value of circa £5.7m on a range of matters requiring external
legal advice over a 5-year period commencing April 2024.

Content

Approval to call of the Agora Legal Flexible
Purchasing system.

Alternative options considered

None as this is a delegated key decision and
alternative options are as set out in the Cabinet report.