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Special Meeting, Cabinet - Wednesday, 24th April, 2024 10.00 am

April 24, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)

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Summary

The council meeting primarily focused on the Northeast Wales Archive Project, discussing its funding, operational plans, and the construction of a new facility. Additionally, there were concerns about a breach of confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

  1. Northeast Wales Archive Project Approval: The council approved the grant application from the National Heritage Lottery Fund for constructing a new archive center. Councillor Chris Biffle detailed the necessity due to inadequate current facilities and the benefits of a new, purpose-built center. The decision implies significant improvements in archive accessibility and preservation, enhancing service delivery across two counties. The project is set to commence in mid-May, indicating a swift move towards modernizing archival services.

  2. Breach of Confidentiality: The meeting was marred by a breach involving confidential documents circulated improperly. The Chief Executive expressed significant disappointment, highlighting the breach's impact on trust and operational integrity. An investigation was proposed to determine the source of the leak, with potential serious consequences for those involved. This incident underscores the importance of information security and could lead to stricter control measures in council communications.

The meeting concluded with a move to discuss further confidential items, reflecting ongoing concerns about information security within the council.

Attendees

Profile image for Cllr Sean Bibby
Cllr Sean Bibby Labour • Shotton West
Profile image for Cllr Paul Johnson
Cllr Paul Johnson Deputy Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Finance and Social Value • Labour • Holywell West
Profile image for Cllr Dave Hughes
Cllr Dave Hughes Leader of the Council / Leader of the Labour Group • Labour • Llanfynydd
Profile image for Cllr Helen Brown
Cllr Helen Brown Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities • Independent • Hawarden: Aston
Profile image for Cllr Marion Bateman
Cllr Marion Bateman Chair of Community & Housing Overview & Scrutiny Committee • True Independents • Northop
Profile image for Cllr Mared Eastwood
Cllr Mared Eastwood Cabinet Member for Education, Welsh Language, Culture and Leisure • Eagle • Argoed and New Brighton
Profile image for Cllr Andrew Parkhurst
Cllr Andrew Parkhurst Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group • Liberal Democrats • Cilcain
Profile image for Cllr Christine Jones
Cllr Christine Jones Cabinet Member for Social Services and Wellbeing • Labour • Queensferry and Sealand
Profile image for Cllr Carol Ellis
Cllr Carol Ellis Leader of the True Independents Group • True Independents • Buckley: Mountain
Profile image for Cllr David Healey
Cllr David Healey Labour • Caergwrle
Profile image for Cllr Debbie Owen
Cllr Debbie Owen Vice-Chair of the Council • Independent • Connah's Quay Central
Profile image for Cllr Ian Roberts
Cllr Ian Roberts Labour • Flint: Castle
Profile image for Cllr Roz Mansell
Cllr Roz Mansell True Independents • Connah's Quay: Wepre
Profile image for Cllr Linda Thew
Cllr Linda Thew True Independents • Northop
Profile image for Cllr Billy Mullin
Cllr Billy Mullin Labour • Broughton North East
Profile image for Cllr Chris Bithell
Cllr Chris Bithell Chair of Clwyd Pension Fund Committee • Labour • Mold East
Profile image for Cllr Steve Copple
Cllr Steve Copple Deputy Leader of the Independent Group / Vice-Chair of Social & Health Care Overview & Scrutiny Committee • Independent • Caerwys

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 24th-Apr-2024 10.00 Cabinet

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 24th-Apr-2024 10.00 Cabinet

Additional Documents

Decisions 24th-Apr-2024 10.00 Cabinet
North East Wales Archive Project
Enc. 1 for North East Wales Archive Project
Enc. 2 for North East Wales Archive Project