Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 12, 2026

Purpose:

Content: 1) That the contents of the report be noted.   2) That Trafford Council joining the GMCA Responsible Body service, be approved   3) That William Wroe Meadows be taken through the service, to set up as a habitat bank, be approved   4) That the Corporate Director for Place, Director of Finance and Systems, and the Director of Legal and Governance be delegated authority to agree the terms of the legal agreement between GMCA and the Council and details of any subsequent Conservation Covenants.   5) That the proposed pipeline of habitat banks in Trafford, be noted. Proposals for which sites to take forward as habitat banks next will be brough back to the Executive in future reports.