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Hearing Loop Fixes & ICT Security Discussed in Council Meeting
In the past week, the North East Derbyshire Council held two meetings. Here’s a summary of the key discussions and decisions:
Joint ICT Committee Meeting on 24 June 2024
The Joint ICT Committee convened to cover several important topics, including a quarterly service update, ICT security in light of the new East Midlands Combined Authority, and issues with the hearing loop in the Council Chamber.
Quarterly Service Update
The committee reviewed the Quarterly Service Update for the second and third quarters of the 2023/24 municipal year. This report provided insights into the performance and service delivery metrics for the ICT department. The committee noted the report without any objections, indicating steady performance in the department.
East Midlands Combined Authority and ICT Security
Concerns were raised about the potential impacts of the new East Midlands Combined Authority on ICT security. However, the Assistant Director of ICT, Nicki Astle, assured the committee that no specific risks had been identified at this time. As a result, no updates were provided on this matter.
Hearing Loop Issues
The committee also addressed ongoing issues with the hearing loop in the Council Chamber. It was noted that these issues would be investigated and resolved to ensure better accessibility for future meetings.
Next Meeting
The next meeting of the Joint ICT Committee will be held at the Derbyshire Dales District Council offices. Members will be informed of the meeting dates for the next municipal year by the Governance Team.
For more detailed information, refer to the Minutes of the Meeting.
Clay Cross Town Deal Board Meeting on 28 June 2024
The Clay Cross Town Deal Board met on 28 June 2024. Unfortunately, the transcript for this meeting was not available. Therefore, no specific details can be provided about the discussions or decisions made during this meeting.
These meetings highlight the council's ongoing efforts to address both technological and accessibility issues, as well as their commitment to community development through initiatives like the Clay Cross Town Deal.
Key Decisions and Balancing Acts: Insights from North East Derbyshire's Latest Planning Committee Meeting
This week, the North East Derbyshire council held two meetings of note, while two others were cancelled. The most impactful discussions took place during the Planning Committee meeting on Tuesday 23 April 2024.
Planning Committee Meeting Overview
The committee reviewed three planning applications, with significant decisions made on two, and one deferred. Here's a breakdown of the key outcomes:
- Application NED 23/01081/FL, Pillsley: Approved with conditions. This application for a gypsy household site was approved despite concerns about its impact on the countryside. The approval was based on the applicant's personal circumstances and the lack of alternative sites. This decision highlights the council's balancing act between individual hardship and broader environmental concerns.
The decision allows the applicant to settle, potentially easing personal hardship but raises concerns about countryside preservation and local precedent.
- Application NED 23/01090/FL, Clay Cross: Approved with modifications. The application proposed a shift from commercial to residential development at Exto Park, Clay Cross, due to ground condition-related viability issues. This approval reflects a strategic pivot in local land use, prioritizing residential development over commercial, which could affect local employment land availability.
The link road completion was tied to this development, aiming to alleviate traffic but dependent on further housing development.
- Planning Appeals: The committee noted a dismissed appeal at Millthorpe Lane, Holmesfield, which reinforces the council's commitment to preserving landscape character and greenbelt policies.
This decision underscores the council's commitment to preserving landscape character and greenbelt policies.
These decisions from the Planning Committee meeting underscore the council's ongoing efforts to manage development in a way that considers both individual needs and community-wide impacts. The discussions and outcomes from this meeting are crucial for understanding how the council navigates complex planning issues, balancing development with preservation and local needs.
Recent meetings
Cabinet - Thursday, 21st November, 2024 2.00 pm
The notes from this meeting have not yet been summarised.
Services Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 19th November, 2024 10.00 am
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
Business Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 18th November, 2024 3.00 pm
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
Communities Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 13th November, 2024 10.00 am
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
Standards Committee - Wednesday, 13th November, 2024 2.00 pm
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
General Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 12th November, 2024 10.00 am
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
Environment Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 11th November, 2024 3.30 pm
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
General Licensing Committee - Thursday, 7th November, 2024 2.00 pm
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.
Planning Committee - Tuesday, 5th November, 2024 2.00 pm
The notes from this meeting have not yet been summarised.
Joint ICT Committee - Monday, 4th November, 2024 1.00 pm
We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.