Policy Committee

The Policy Committee oversees Reading Borough Council's strategy, policy, and budget, with a broad remit covering key corporate functions and service performance. It handles decisions that span across different service areas and urgent matters between meetings. The committee is responsible for economic development, regeneration, corporate land and assets, and partnerships. It also manages grants for the voluntary sector and holds ownership of Brighter Futures for Children Ltd, acting as shareholder for Reading Transport Ltd and other council-owned companies.