Delegated decisions linked to this meeting

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• Transforming Public and Community Transport

  Recommendations Approved

  ...endorsed the strategic direction for transforming public and community transport and approved the development of a Full Business Case to explore options for a modern, integrated, and community-focused transport system, with implementation planned from April 2027.

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• Printing of Electoral Registration and Election Materials - procurement arrangements

  Recommendations Approved

  ... extended the existing contract for printing electoral registration and election materials for six months to 31 August 2026, and initiated a procurement process for a new contract.

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• East Devon Local Plan Consultation

  Recommendations Approved

  ...agreed to formally respond to the East Devon Local Plan consultation, ensuring Dorset's views are considered and maintaining cooperation on local plan development.

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• Climate programme capital workstreams over £500K

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approved £700k for solar PV installations and £1.3m for LED street lighting upgrades as part of the climate capital programme, and delegated authority for further spend within the remaining allocation.

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• Active Travel Infrastructure Plan

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approved the Active Travel Infrastructure Plan, which outlines the network for walking, cycling, and wheeling and will guide future investment decisions.

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• LADO (Local Authority Safeguarding Officer) Annual Report

  Recommendations Approved

  ...received the Local Authority Safeguarding Officer (LADO) Annual Report for 2024-2025, noting the continued rise in demand for the service and its ongoing efforts to safeguard children.

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• School Admission Arrangements 2027-2028

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approved and adopted the School Admissions Arrangements and Co-ordinated Scheme for school place allocations for September 2027, including reductions in Pupil Admissions Numbers for two primary schools.

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• New Forest National Park Local Plan consultation response

  Recommendations Approved

  ...endorsed the response agreed with the Cabinet Member for Planning and Emergency Planning regarding the New Forest National Park Local Plan consultation.

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• Melbury Abbas and Cann Neighbourhood Development Plan

  Recommendations Approved

  ...the Melbury Abbas and Cann Neighbourhood Development Plan was formally adopted as part of the statutory development plan for the area, following a successful referendum.

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• Weymouth Neighbourhood Plan

  Recommendations Approved

  ...the Weymouth Neighbourhood Plan was formally adopted as part of the statutory development plan for the Weymouth Neighbourhood Area, replacing the made Sutton Poyntz Neighbourhood Plan, and congratulations were offered to Weymouth Town Council and the Neighbourhood Plan Group for their successful work.

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• December 2025 Quarter 3 financial management report 2025/26

  Recommendations Approved

  ...noted the Quarter 3 financial management report for 2025/26, including the Senior Leadership Team's forecast, progress on savings, and the capital programme.

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• Independent Reviewing Officer's Annual Report

  Recommendations approved

  ...the contents of the Independent Reviewing Officer's Annual Report for 2024-2025 were received and noted, with a focus on ensuring the continued development of the QARO service to best support and challenge the Local Authority in meeting the needs of children in care and ensuring their voices are heard.

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• Coombe House Annual Performance Report 2025

  Recommendations Approved

  ...received and noted the Coombe House Annual Performance Report for 2025.

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Attendees

Councillor Nick Ireland Liberal Democrats • Crossways

Councillor Richard Biggs Liberal Democrats • Dorchester Poundbury

Councillor Jon Andrews Liberal Democrats • Sherborne East

Councillor Shane Bartlett Liberal Democrats • Wimborne Minster

Councillor Simon Clifford Liberal Democrats • Chickerell

Councillor Ryan Hope Liberal Democrats • Westham

Councillor Steve Robinson Liberal Democrats • Lytchett Matravers and Upton

Councillor Clare Sutton Green Party • Rodwell and Wyke

Councillor Gill Taylor Liberal Democrats • Chickerell

Councillor Ben Wilson Liberal Democrats • South East Purbeck

Councillor Louise Bown Liberal Democrats • Radipole

Councillor Belinda Bawden Green Party • Lyme and Charmouth

Councillor Alex Brenton Liberal Democrats • Lytchett Matravers and Upton

Councillor Ray Bryan Conservative • St Leonards and St Ives

Councillor Simon Christopher Conservative • Marshwood Vale

Councillor Beryl Ezzard Liberal Democrats • Wareham

Councillor Barry Goringe Conservative • St Leonards and St Ives

Councillor Jill Haynes Conservative • Chalk Valleys

Councillor Rob Hughes Independents for Dorset • Portland

Councillor Jack Jeanes Liberal Democrats • Shaftesbury Town

Councillor Sherry Jespersen Conservative • Hill Forts and Upper Tarrants

Councillor Carole Jones Conservative • Sturminster Newton

Councillor Stella Jones Liberal Democrats • Dorchester East

Councillor Chris Kippax Liberal Democrats • Yetminster

Councillor Craig Monks Conservative • Beaminster

Councillor David Morgan Liberal Democrats • Wimborne Minster

Councillor Andrew Parry Conservative • West Parley

Councillor Byron Quayle Conservative • Blandford

Councillor Belinda Ridout Conservative • Gillingham

Councillor Jane Somper Conservative • Beacon

Councillor Gary Suttle Conservative • Swanage

Councillor Les Fry Independents for Dorset • Dorchester West

Councillor David Northam Liberal Democrats • Upwey and Broadwey

Councillor Andy Todd Liberal Democrats • Colehill and Wimborne Minster East

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