Purpose

To consider the report of the Leader of the
Council regarding the submission of a joint expression of interest
with Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Portsmouth Council’s to be
included on the priority programme for devolution. 

Decision

(i) 
To submit, with the agreement of Hampshire, Isle of Wight, and
Portsmouth a joint expression of interest to be included on the
priority programme for devolution.
(ii) 
 To work with Councils across the region
to develop proposals that reflect the geography of Unitary
authorities across Hampshire and the Solent.
(iii) 
To report further to Cabinet and Council as proposals are
developed.