Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: March 17, 2025

Purpose: To agree the draft proposals for Local Government Reorganisation for submission to the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Content: Proposed by the Leader of the Council, duly seconded by the Deputy Leader of the Council and RESOLVED that the submission of the interim for local government reorganisation on behalf of East Hampshire District Council (appendix 1) be approved.   Reasons for the decision To approve East Hampshire District Council’s response to the requirement to submit an interim proposal for local government reorganisation in compliance with the direction from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.   Alternative Options Considered The option to do nothing would result in a proposal moving forward without the engagement, agreement or endorsement of East Hampshire District.