Purpose

To seek the views of members on the proposed designation of a new national park for North-East Wales

Decision

(a)       Whilst noting that Welsh Government had clarified a commitment to funding a new National Park for North East Wales without financially disadvantaging the existing National Parks or the constituent Local Authorities, in the absence of detailed information outlining the governance arrangements specifically relating to the Planning functions of a new National Park, the Council continues to raise concerns about duplication and value for money; and

(b)       That the final wording of the draft response attached at Appendix 2 be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Environment, Regeneration, Countryside and Tourism in conjunction with the Chief Officer (Place and Growth).