In a recent council meeting, the Joint Assault and Safety Committee convened to address routine procedural matters and discuss confidential topics necessitating the exclusion of the press and public. The meeting proceeded smoothly with minimal opposition to the decisions made.

1. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes: The minutes from the meeting held on February 20th were presented and approved without any objections. This decision was procedural, ensuring that the records of the previous meeting were accurate and accepted as an official account. There were no arguments presented against this decision, reflecting a consensus on the accuracy of the minutes.

2. Apologies for Absence: Apologies were noted from several councillors who could not attend, with substitutes attending in their place. This is a standard practice to acknowledge the absence of members and ensure that the meeting proceedings are properly documented. There were no opposing views on this matter, indicating general agreement on the record of attendance.

3. Exclusion of the Press and Public: The committee agreed to exclude the press and public from certain parts of the meeting based on statutory provisions under the Local Government Act 1972. The decision was made to protect sensitive information likely to be discussed, which was categorized as exempt under the Act. This motion was moved, seconded, and agreed upon unanimously, highlighting the committee's consensus on the need for confidentiality in discussing specific reports.

No particularly surprising or unusual events were noted during the meeting, suggesting it was largely focused on administrative governance and compliance with procedural norms.