Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 19, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   That Council approved the changes to political balance set out in Appendix A, inclusive of the revised allocation of seats for the committees to the recognised political groups, and in accordance with statutory proportionality requirements and the Constitution.   Reason for Recommendations   To ensure that the revised political balance of the Council is applied to the governance structure of the Council, in accordance with law and approved guidelines contained in the Council Constitution.   Alternative Options Considered   None as the revised political balance calculation is required to be reported to full Council under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and Local Government (Committees and Political Groups) Regulations 1990.