Councillor Les Fry

...authority was delegated to the Executive Director for Place to agree specifications, procurement, and contracts for harbour wall repairs up to a specified maximum spend, and to investigate options for council-owned buildings affected by ground movement.

...supported entering into a Shared Service Agreement for Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management with South West Flood and Coastal, and delegated authority to negotiate and finalise this agreement.

...the outline business case for the Swanage Beach Coastal Protection Scheme was approved, along with its budget allocation, authorisation to submit it to the Environment Agency for external funding, and delegation of authority for procuring works and services.

...accepted government Growth Hub grant funding for the financial years 2026/27 to 2028/29 and delegated authority to the Executive Director for Place to design and deliver the function to support Dorset businesses in line with government policy.

...approved an approach to working with communities and a Statement of Reasonable Expectations with Town Councils to strengthen partnership working and prepare for emerging legislation.