Purpose

The consider the request from the Royal Navy for the Borough of Eastbourne to repledge its affiliation with HMS Puncher.

Decision

(1)  To repledge the affiliation between the Borough of Eastbourne and HMS Puncher.

(2)  To delegate authority to the Assistant Director – People and Governance to finalise the Memorandum of Understanding, in consultation with the Leader of the Council, Mayor of Eastbourne, Armed Forces Covenant Champion and HMS Puncher, prior to a re-signing ceremony taking place.

Reasons for the decision

To agree to repledge our affiliation between the Borough of Eastbourne and HMS Puncher will continue to demonstrate the council’s support and commitment to the wider military commitment and is an opportunity to work in partnership for the benefit of Eastbourne beyond the borough’s borders.

Alternative options considered

To not repledge the affiliation, that has existed since 1999.