Purpose

To provide an update on the community asset transfer of the three remaining public conveniences to the Town/Community Councils.

Decision

(a)      That the progress made by the Council in developing the Pride in Place Public Convenience Improvement Programme be noted;

(b)      That the emerging property, leasehold and ownership issues affecting Community Asset Transfer opportunities at Mold, Holywell and Talacre be noted;

(c)      That it be noted that the revenue funding for the operation and maintenance of public conveniences currently is only available until October 2026 and it be noted that the continued provision of these facilities beyond this date will result in a forecasted overspend position in the Council’s budget of approximately £0.035m until the end of the current financial year, which will require Cabinet approval; and

(d)      That the proposed actions and next steps outlined in Sections 1.11 and 1.12 of the report be considered to ensure the development of sustainable long-term management arrangements for public convenience facilities across Flintshire and ensure that the Pride in Place projects are full delivered.