Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: June 3, 2025

Purpose: The City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements (CRSTS) funding programme is a significant investment by the UK government aimed at improving local transport networks in various city regions across England.   This report will outline the projects included in Bradford's CRSTS Programme, detailing project funding allocations, programme timelines, and key risks.  

Content: Resolved –   That Executive:   (1)      Approved the £143.2 million Bradford CRSTS programme           detailed in Document “E” which includes the expenditure for          development and delivery of the specified projects.  The          delivery         and expenditure on the CRSTS programme will be subject to an       annual report to Executive for each of the remaining years of the         programme and recommendations 2) and 3) below.     (2)       Delegated authority to the Strategic Director of Place in   conjunction with the Interim Strategic Director of Corporate Resources and the Director of Legal and Governance to             enter into      any Grant Funding Agreement or Deed of Variation required to             secure funding for the delivery of the £143.2 million Bradford    CRSTS programme.   (3)       Delegated authority to the Strategic Director of Place, in consultation with the Interim Strategic Director of         Corporate     Resources, the Director of Legal and Governance and the      Portfolio Holder to:   i)       Manage the Bradford CRSTS programme as appropriate to meet changing circumstances.   ii)     As may be required, carry out the procurement of specialist external services to advise the Council on matters relating to the delivery or proposals in accordance with Contract Standing Orders and UK public procurement legislation.   To be actioned by:  Strategic Director Place/ Interim Strategic Director Corporate Resources and Director of Legal and Governance   Overview and Scrutiny Area: Regeneration & Environment   (James Williams - 01274 431000)