Melanie Barnett

...to act as the Accountable Body for the South Midlands region, the Cabinet approved accepting approximately £32 million in DWP grant funding over five years to deliver the Connect to Work programme, and delegated authority to the Section 151 Officer to finalize the grant agreement and related agreements with local authorities.

...the Cabinet noted the 2024-25 provisional capital outturn for the General Fund and Housing Revenue Account, approved proposed capital carry forwards for both, and recommended Full Council approve a £6.52m General Fund Capital budget for capitalisation of expenditure.

...to procure contracts for servicing, inspection, and testing of electrics, mechanical and specialist equipment, and cleaning services, including the potential for outsourcing or in-sourcing cleaning services, to ensure the Council meets its statutory obligations and achieves value for money.

...to make a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for three years to address anti-social vehicle-related activities, such as car cruising, throughout West Northamptonshire.

...to ensure continued access to Microsoft software and support for West Northamptonshire Council, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, and Northamptonshire Partnership Homes, the Executive Director of Resources was authorised to procure and award a contract to an authorised supplier via an Enterprise Service Agreement.