Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 28, 2025

Purpose: To seek approval for a package of measures designed to support the development and implementation of a federated approach between Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen County Borough Councils.

Content: Council unanimously agreed to:   Approve the Head of Terms to develop and implement a Section 113 Agreement to enable shared senior leadership roles, including the Joint Chief Executive and collaborative working; Delegate responsibility to the Leader of the Council in consultation with the Section 151 Officer and the Head of Legal Services to finalise and effect implementation of the Section 113 Agreement; and Approve the establishment of a Joint Pay Structure for designated joint posts accountable to both Councils and for this to be added to the Council’s Pay Policy.