Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 22, 2026

Purpose:

Content: (1)   The Chair advised that, in accordance with Council Policy, the meeting would be recorded.   (2)   The Chair drew attention to the item on the agenda front pages regarding Declarations of Interest and reminded Members that, in line with the Code of Conduct, any Declarations of Interest needed to be declared immediately prior to the item in question.   (3)   The Chair clarified matters for the registered speakers.   (4)   The Chair confirmed the procedure for moving to debate on an item.   (5)   The Chair advised that Section 4.8.23(a) of the Constitution applied to the meeting.   (6)   The Chair confirmed the cut off procedure should the meeting proceed at length.   (7)   The Chair advised of a change to the order of the Agenda and that Agenda Item 10 would be taken before Agenda Item 8.