Lou Timlin

Optalis Ltd Local Authority Trading Company (LATCO)

From: Executive - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 7.00 pm - October 16, 2025

...to ensure continued oversight and transparency of Optalis Ltd, they noted the company's report and the ongoing collaboration between Optalis Ltd and Wokingham Borough Council by incorporating a bi-annual report into its regular reporting cycle.

Revenue Monitoring 2025-26: Q2

From: Executive - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 7.00 pm - October 16, 2025

...to note the overall forecast of the General Fund revenue budget, Housing Revenue Account, and Dedicated Schools Grant, and to approve writing off £2,003,075.99 in unrecoverable business rates debt from Brackashco Ltd.

Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Regional Care Co-Operative Decision

From: Executive - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 7.00 pm - October 16, 2025

...to address increasing pressures on children's services and secure better value for money, Wokingham Borough Council approved entering into an agreement with the South-East Regional Care Co-Operative (RCC) and a £100k investment for the 26/27 and 27/28 years, offset by savings.

Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Public Questions

From: Executive - Thursday, 18th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 18, 2025

Recommendations Approved

Toutley East Development

From: Executive - Thursday, 18th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 18, 2025

...they noted progress on the Toutley East Development, delegated authority for affordable housing provision up to 43%, and acknowledged the site disposal approach.

Recommendations Approved