Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 27, 2024

Purpose: This report requests approval to continue membership in the 8 Authority Pool for Business Rates for 2025-26.

Content: DECISION   1.    Continue the Council’s participation in the 8 Authority Pool for Business Rates with seven other London Local Authorities for 2025-26.   2.    Provide delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Resources in consultation with the Mayor and Cabinet Member for Resources and Cost of Living to agree membership of the business rates pool in future years.   Action by: Corporate Director Resources (J. Lorraine) Director of Finance, Procurement & Audit (A. Kassim)