The Democratic Services Committee met on Monday 29 July 2024, electing a new Vice Chair and approving the previous meeting's minutes. The committee also reviewed and approved the Democratic Services Committee Annual Report for 2023-2024 and noted items for its upcoming workplan.

Election of Vice Chair

Councillor W G Lewis was elected as the Vice Chair of the Democratic Services Committee for the Municipal Year 2024-2025.

Democratic Services Committee Annual Report 2023-2024

The committee received and approved the Democratic Services Committee Annual Report for the Municipal Year 2023-2024. The report, presented by Huw Evans, Head of Democratic Services, outlined the committee's activities and work undertaken during that period. The report was forwarded to the Council for information. The annual report detailed the committee's membership, meeting dates, terms of reference, and key activities, including the review of guidance for councillors attending remote meetings and the adoption of a Councillor Development Strategy. It also highlighted member training provided throughout the year and the structure of the Democratic Services Team.

Workplan 2024-2025

The committee noted items for its 2024-2025 workplan. These included Councillors Annual Report, List of Training Dates, and Mini Market Place Events Prior to Council Meetings.

Minutes

The minutes of the previous Democratic Services Committee meeting, held on 18 March 2024, were approved and signed as a correct record.

Disclosures of Personal and Prejudicial Interests

In accordance with the City and County of Swansea's Code of Conduct, no personal or prejudicial interests were declared by any councillors during the meeting.