Purpose

That Cabinet considers progress on work to date on devolution and local government reorganisation (DLGR) and takes decisions on any recommendations as appropriate.

Decision

RESOLVED:

1. That Cabinet notes the latest developments of Surrey’s Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR) programme.

1. That Cabinet notes the final Implementation Plan was considered by the Joint Committees and presented to the Shadow Authorities to approve.

Reasons for Decisions:

Cabinet is asked to note the latest developments in the Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR) Programme in line with the Council’s commitment to openness and transparency with residents and wider partners on the D&LGR programme as Surrey transitions to two new unitary authorities.

Cabinet is also being updated on the latest developments on securing a Foundation Strategic Authority for Surrey.

(The decisions on this item can be called-in by the Resources and Performance Select Committee)