Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 12, 2024

Purpose:

Content: It was RESOLVED that Cabinet:   a.     Approved the principles and themes of the next phase of the Shaping East Hampshire’s Future programme (SEHF Phase 2); b.     Subject to consultation, agreed in principle the proposed Senior Leadership structure at Appendix 2; c.     Noted the wider proposed changes to staff roles and responsibilities. d.     Approved that formal consultation will begin immediately (in relation to SEHF Phase 2) with affected members of staff including the Senior Leadership Team. e.     Approved an Executive delegation that following consultation, the Head of Paid Service shall take all necessary steps to implement the proposed staffing changes to meet the various financial scenarios set out in this report as appropriate; and appoint to roles within the proposed Senior Leadership Structure following relevant processes set out in the Constitution in relation to changes to terms and conditions and appointments of Chief Officers; f.       Recommended Full Council to approve the principle that the gross annual salary for the new Executive Director roles is likely to be over £100,000 on appointment (but less than £125,000) and that terms and conditions for the new roles will be determined by HR Committee as set out in the Constitution; and* g.     Recommend Full Council to delegate authority to the Section 151 officer, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance, to drawdown funds from earmarked reserves to fund implementation and delivery costs*   *please note that part F and G of the recommendations are not subject to call-in as these are decisions for Full Council.