Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 5, 2026

Purpose:

Content: The Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Corporate Services, which sought approval of the direct contract award for the provision of telephony services to the Council.   The Assistant Director Digital, ICT and Transformation was in attendance to present the information and to address the questions and comments of Cabinet Members and of the Leader of the Conservative Group.   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.