Decision

RESOLVED that Cabinet agreed:
 
A   
That the council will work in partnership with other
councils in North Essex under the banner of North Essex Councils
(NEC).

 
B   
To jointly resource a small team to collectively
represent North Essex Councils, establish a detailed terms of
reference for NEC and develop a clear programme of work.

 
C   
That the Leader of the Council and the Chief
Executive continue to represent the council on the North Essex
Councils Partnership with the appropriate delegation to act in line
with the principles outlined in the report.

 
D   
That the Leader of the Council and the Chief
Executive report progress of the workstreams to Cabinet at least
once per financial year.