Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: July 22, 2025

Purpose:

Content: That Council:   1.     Approves the establishment of Political Assistant posts for qualifying Political Groups in accordance with section 9 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989   2.     Authorises amendments to the Constitution as set out in Appendix 1 to the report which are necessary to allow for the appointment of Political Assistants in accordance with section 9 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.   3.     Authorises the Chief Executive to agree a local protocol in relation to Political Assistants, incorporating a job description for the role, in consultation with the Leaders of the Political Groups who qualify for appointment of a Political Assistant.   4.     Authorises the Executive Director for Resources to identify the options for funding the roles for 2025/26 and to agree the most appropriate funding source, in consultation with the Leaders of the Political Groups who qualify for appointment of a Political Assistant.