Decision details

(i)              That the appointment of ITS Technology Group as a delivery partner for the delivery of a fibre network in the Newcastle Town Deal area, be approved.

(ii)             That the Deputy Chief Executive, in consultation with the relevant portfolio holder be authorised to sign any such agreements as may be necessary to enable the deployment of a fibre network in the Newcastle Town Deal area and to establish an Indefeasible Right of Use agreement with the selected provider.  

(iii)           That a further report be received to consider the option to invest in further provision as part of the Council’s commercialisation programme.

(iv)           That the Deputy Chief Executive, in consultation with the relevant portfolio holder be authorised to take forward development of the digital hubs in our communities and is authorised to sign any agreements that are necessary between the respective parties to enable their development.