Decision details

(i)            That the establishment of a Town Deal Board for

      Newcastle and a Town Deal Board for Kidsgrove be supported.

(ii)           That the Executive Director - Commercial Development and Economic Growth in conjunction with the Leader and Portfolio Holder for Corporate and Service Improvement, People and Partnerships be authorised to establish the membership of the Boards.

(iii)         That the Executive Director - Commercial Development and Economic Growth in conjunction with the Portfolio Holder for Finance and Efficiency be authorised to appoint project management support and procure consultancy support for the development of proposals for the Town Deals.

(iv)         The Council works with the Town Boards to develop proposals for Newcastle and Kidsgrove Investment Plans.