The Northwest Area Planning Committee meeting primarily focused on the election of committee officers and a discussion regarding the diversion of a footpath due to a new crematorium development. The meeting was efficiently conducted, concluding in record time.

1. Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson: Councillor Thompson was elected as Chairperson and Councillor Durham as Vice-Chairperson. There were no opposing nominations or significant debate, indicating a consensus or pre-arranged agreement among the members.

2. Diversion of Footpath for Crematorium Development: The committee discussed a proposal to divert a public footpath due to the construction of a crematorium. The diversion was necessary as the existing path ran through the middle of the proposed development site. Concerns were raised about why the diversion application was not submitted concurrently with the crematorium application and whether public access along the old path would still be possible. The decision to proceed with the formal diversion process was unanimous, though it was noted that construction had already impacted the existing path, raising safety concerns.

An interesting point in the meeting was the procedural handling of the footpath diversion, which seemed to have been delayed, causing some frustration among the members. The meeting's efficiency was noted, with a record completion time highlighted, reflecting a straightforward agenda and decisions.