Councillor Ellie Emberson

Simpler Recycling - Glass Collections from kerbside

From: Policy Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 21, 2025

...the committee approved recommendations for a fortnightly kerbside glass collection service using boxes, development of a detailed business case, a tender exercise for vehicles, and noted the long vehicle delivery times.

Recommendations Approved

Insurance Contract Tender

From: Policy Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 21, 2025

...to proceed with an open tender for new insurance contracts, including run-off cover for Brighter Futures for Children, with the aim of having them in place by April 1, 2026, and delegated authority to the Director of Finance to make decisions on policy cover, deductibles, and contract awards.

Recommendations Approved

Managed Stores Procurement 2025

From: Policy Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 21, 2025

...to approve the recommendations to grant delegated authority for the procurement and award of a contract for Managed Stores, with a potential value of £14m over 7 years, to ensure the continued supply of materials for Housing Repairs and Property Services, and potentially other council services.

Recommendations Approved

Food Service Plan 2025-2026

From: Policy Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 21, 2025

...the Policy Committee of Reading approved the recommendations for the Food Service Plan for 2025-2026.

Recommendations Approved

Digital and IT Next Generation Operating Model Procurement

From: Policy Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 pm - July 21, 2025

Recommendations Approved