Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 23, 2025

Purpose:

Content: There were two motions submitted in accordance with Standing Order 4.8.12.   (A)  Support the Introduction of a Youth Mobility Scheme   RESOLVED: That Council:   (1)   Publicly endorse the principle of establishing a Youth Mobility Scheme between the UK and the European Union.   (2)   Instruct the Council Leader to write to the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, and the Secretary of State for Education, urging them to open negotiations with the European Union to create such a scheme.   (B)  Digital Exclusion and fair representation for all in Council consultations   RESOLVED: That Council:   (1)   Reports brought to Council that propose public consultation must explicitly explain the appropriate mix of digital and non-digital access provision for both communicating the consultation and obtaining feedback, based on the results of the equalities assessment and using the Community Consultation Strategy.   (2)   The Executive Member for Community and Partnership is required to develop a digital skills and literacy plan to help residents participate in consultations and surveys, as part of the mid-term review of the Digital Strategy 2024-27, and report back to Cabinet and Overview and Scrutiny within a year with recommendations on possibilities and further actions.