Deputy Cabinet Member Positions

August 27, 2026 Delegated Decisions by Leader of the Council (Cabinet member) Approved View on council website

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Summary

Delegated Decisions by Leader of the Council approved recommendations on 27/08/2026. The Leader agreed the proposed model for introducing a Deputy Cabinet Member for Strategic Plan Delivery, confirmed the role is non-statutory and advisory with no decision-making powers, and agreed governance safeguards, the role description, a refreshed DBS check requirement, and a communications approach.

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Purpose

To consider the proposed introduction of a Deputy Cabinet Member for Strategic Plan Delivery. The role would provide additional political capacity to support delivery of agreed Strategic Plan priorities and forward planning of Cabinet business. It would be non-statutory and advisory, with no executive decision-making powers or delegated authority.

Supporting Documents

CMDL27082026 - Appointment of Deputy Cabinet Member.pdf
CMDL27082026 - Appointment of Deputy Cabinet Member Annex 1 - Role Profile.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date27 Aug 2026
Effective from28 Aug 2026
Expected date27 Aug 2026
Originally due27 Aug 2026
Lead officerEmily Schofield
Subject to call-inYes