Councillor Samantha Gardiner

Mayor and Cabinet decided on 07/10/2026 to approve additional borrowing of £668,162 for capital works on a property for a domestic violence women's service. They noted that the February 2026 Mayor and Cabinet had approved the service and grant acceptance, but a change in capital investment was required to secure funding. The decision recommends full Council approve these changes.

Mayor and Cabinet decided to approve recommendations on 07/10/2026. They noted that officers are developing a Community-Led Housing and Small Registered Providers housing delivery strategy.

Mayor and Cabinet decided to approve a two-year extension for the Council's insurance contracts from 1 December 2026 to 30 November 2028, up to a value of £5.8m. They also delegated authority to the Executive Director for Corporate Resources, in consultation with others, to finalise the contract extension and associated documentation.