Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: March 20, 2025

Purpose:

Content: 1.    That the submission of the joint interimplan for Local Government re-organisation in Hampshire and the Solent dated 21 March 2025 as requested by the Government be approved (Appendix 2 of report CAB3502).   2.    That if any minor amendments to the proposed interim plan are agreed by the 15 Councils, the Leader of the Council in consultation with the Chief Executive has authority to approve the updated report on behalf of Winchester City Council.  3.    That authority be delegated to the Leader and Chief Executive to negotiate the final business case for local government reorganisation, prior to approval by Council and submission to Government later in 2025.