Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: November 19, 2025

Purpose: An update on the Severn Valley Water Management Scheme and to seek Shropshire Council's continued input into the Joint Project Board to support public consultation.

Content: RESOLVED:   To note the Council’s role as part of the SVWMS Joint Project Board and in advocating for a water management approach which maximises benefits for the cross border communities in Shropshire and Powys. To endorse and support the next stage of public and stakeholder consultation for the SVWMS, undertaking this jointly through the Joint Project Board. To delegate to the Chief Executive, responsibility for progressing the Council’s support for the SVWMS through the Joint Project Board and agree to embedding the programme within the Marches Forward Partnership, thereby ensuring a joined-up approach to cross border working between Shropshire and Powys.