Decision Maker:

Outcome: Note

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 27, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Committee agreed to:   ·         Note the items of outstanding business as of 27th January 2026. ·         Note that at Item 3 the description was unclear: o   Harbours – information to be provided on harbours and the Master Plan o   Macduff Shipyards – a briefing note was requested following the Director’s meeting with Macduff Shipyards. o   Provide the full costs relating to the installation, repairs and maintenance of the ice machine at Macduff Harbour.   ·         Note at Item 4 that a report will be presented to Area Committee on 17 February 2026. ·         Dismiss item 5.1 as information has been provided to Members. ·         Note at Item 5.2 a verbal update was provided by the Area Manager - literacy statistics to follow. ·         Note at Item 5.3 that the Area Manager will request an informal session in 3-6 months’ time with Economic Development, expanding on the session held in November 2025 and focussing on a wider perspective including business workforce intentions where possible.  ·         Note that all other items will remain on the list for future action.