Decision

RESOLVED

That Council approves the changes to political balance set out in Appendix A, inclusive of the revised allocation of seats for the committees to the recognised political groups, and in accordance with statutory proportionality requirements and the Constitution. 

Reason for Recommendations – To ensure that the revised political balance of the Council is applied to the governance structure of the Council, in accordance with law and approved guidelines contained in the Council Constitution. 

 Alternative Options Considered –

•         The revised political balance calculation is required to be reported to full Council under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and Local Government (Committees and Political Groups) Regulations 1990.

•         Council may depart from the political balance requirements as set out in this report, but only if no member present votes against the resolution - in accordance with the law.