Decision details

The Leader, Councillor Simon Tagg stated that the Council’s main aim was to continue service delivery.

Over the last week, officers and Members had been preparing for staff absences, responding to daily government advice, and focusing on service delivery and that the democratic decision making process continues, using technology.  A Government announcement was expected to assist with that, in particular removing the need for the Annual Council meeting in May.

The Leader and Cabinet expressed their thanks to the Executive Management Team led by the Chief Executive to keep the Council in readiness to respond and to keep services functioning. The Council would play a key role in assisting businesses in line with announcements and government support.

This was a worrying time for everyone and the Leader added that the Council would do what it could to re-assure, co-ordinate and assist.

Councillor Helena Maxfield reiterated all that the Leader had said adding that the Council was doing a good job and that officers had the full support of Cabinet moving forward.

Councillor Trevor Johnson stated that the situation was being monitored at the depot in respect of waste recycling day by day to respond and keep on track.

Councillor Stephen Sweeney echoed all that had been said.

Councillor Jill Waring stated that she was confident that the Council were doing a great job in this difficult time.