Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 3, 2025

Purpose:

Content: That Council: a)    Notes the process undertaken for the nomination and selection of a co[1]opted Town and Parish representative to the Democratic and Standards Committee and the candidate proposed for appointment b)    Appoints Councilllor Lora Lawman of Loddington Parish Council (as set out in 4.8 - 4.9 of this report) to be appointed as a co-opted Town and Parish representative to the Democracy and Standards Committee in respect of standards, for a term of office until May 2029, provided eligibility criteria remains met. Reason for Decision  The terms of reference for the Democracy and Standards Committee require co-opted Members, this recommendation to fill the outstanding vacancy ensures that the membership of the Committee is in line with the terms of reference. This recommendation is consistent with the previous decision of Council at its annual meeting to progress the appointment process for co-opted Town and Parish representatives. Alternative Options Considered To pause the appointment process. This option is disregarded on the basis the terms of reference for the Democracy and Standards Committee require representatives.