The Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services approved the water procurement strategy and delegated authority to award a contract to Laser's preferred supplier on 01/07/2026. This decision ensures new contracts are in place for water and sewage removal services for non-residential and corporate properties when the current contract expires in February 2027.

Councillor Ree, Cabinet Member for Finance and Reform, approved the award of a contract for a Contact Centre Application on 06 May 2026. The contract will be for an initial three-year period with an option to extend for up to two further years. The supplier must ensure continuous Payment Card Industry compliance and provide annual Attestation of Compliance.

The Cabinet Member for Finance and Reform approved the closure of LBHF Ventures Ltd on 13/04/2026. This company is currently dormant and its closure will save associated running costs.

Councillor Sanderson, Deputy Leader, approved the award of a contract for an IT system for the Careline Alarm Receiving Centre on 28 January 2026. The contract will be for an initial three-year period with an option to extend for up to two further years, commencing on 01 August 2026. The supplier must ensure GDPR compliance and meet council security requirements.