Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 24, 2026

Purpose: To obtain approvals to begin looking at a the future depot needs for the Council's operational services.

Content: The Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Economy and Place, which sought approval of the preferred option set out in the Strategic Outline Business Case (SOBC) relating to a Council’s operational services depot in Heywood.   The Cabinet Member Climate Change and Environment delivered a brief summary of the report’s key points.   The Senior Highways Officer (Strategy) was in attendance to present the information and address the questions and comments of the Cabinet Members.   The Officer informed that the project required further detailed analysis of the benefits and financial implications in both the short and long term. A further report would be submitted to Cabinet in due course.   Resolved that the recommendations set out in section two of the report be agreed.   Reason for decision: As set out in section three of the report.   Alternatives considered and rejected: As set out in section four of the report.