Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 25, 2025

Purpose:

Content: *RESOLVED –   That it be recommended to Full Council:   1.   That the Chief Executive be authorised, in consultation with the Leader of the Council, to participate in discussions with authorities across Derbyshire and Derby City Council, regarding any local government reorganisation proposals and be asked to present update reports to Cabinet and Full Council as appropriate. 2.   That a budget of £50,000 be allocated from the budget risk reserve to support the development of proposals.   REASONS FOR DECISIONS   1.   To ensure that Cabinet and Full Council are aware of the publication of the Government’s English Devolution White Paper and the emerging implications for Chesterfield Borough Council and local communities.   2.   To ensure that Chesterfield Borough Council can participate fully in the shaping of any local government reorganisation proposals impacting the borough and continue to act in the best interests of the residents and businesses of the borough.