Decision Maker:

Outcome: Note

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 16, 2025

Purpose:

Content: In accordance with the Councillors’ Code of Conduct the following declarations were made: Item 5 Councillor Cox made a transparency statement by virtue of his association with Banff Castle and the agents’ mutual connection; he advised that he would not take part and would leave the meeting whilst the item is being discussed.   Item 7 Councillor Cassie made a transparency statement by virtue of being in favour of the site visit and not attending, he advised that he would not take part and would leave the meeting whilst the item is being discussed.    Councillor Sutherland made a transparency statement by virtue of not attending the site visit, he felt however that he had sufficient information to remain and take part in the decision.   Councillor James Adams made a transparency statement by virtue of supporting the site visit however he did not attend.  He felt that he did not have enough information to take part in the decision although he remained in the meeting for the discussion.     Councillor Bell attended the meeting for Items 1-6.  She left the meeting early following these items and did not return.