The Cabinet of Broxtowe Council is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 30 September 2025, to discuss a range of topics, including a major regeneration project in Eastwood, updates on local government reorganisation, and a refresh of the council's repairs policy. The Cabinet is also expected to review the council's work programme and consider a number of reports related to resources, personnel, and environmental issues.

Here are some of the topics that are listed for discussion:

• Major Regeneration Project Walker Street Eastwood
• Repairs Policy Refresh
• EMCC Local Retrofit Strategy
• Local Government Reorganisation
• Budget Timetable and Budget Consultation 202627
• Workforce Profile 202425
• Grants to Voluntary and Community Organisations Charitable Bodies and Individuals Involved in Sport
• Compliance update Fire Safety
• Quarterly Complaint Report
• Scrutiny Reviews
• Cabinet Work Programme

Major Regeneration Project at Walker Street, Eastwood

The Cabinet is scheduled to discuss a major regeneration project at Walker Street, Eastwood, with the aim of gaining endorsement for the project as the key regeneration priority for the borough. The report pack states that the project, which aims to develop a 'DH Lawrence Centre for Health and Wellbeing', has remained a priority despite an unsuccessful funding bid in 2022.

The report pack highlights that the proposed centre would provide:

• A bigger more accessible library
• A primary care health centre
• A public swimming pool and fitness suite
• Space for community facilities
• Approximately 20 additional homes

The report pack states that the estimated costs are in the region of £24.6m. The net present value of the benefits is estimated to equate to £70.7m, with the main benefits being improved wellbeing as a result of increased physical activity, improved health, and wage premiums arising from increased educational and employment provision.

The report pack also mentions a feasibility study to explore the possibility of heating the facility using a renewable energy source, specifically mine water heating, due to the presence of a capped mineshaft within the boundary of the land.

The report pack states that the Cabinet will be asked to agree compacts with key partners, promote the project to potential funders including the EMCCA capital pipeline, and work to secure Memorandums of Understanding with all interested partners in the project.

Repairs Policy Refresh

The Cabinet is scheduled to consider a refreshed Repairs Policy, in accordance with the council's corporate priority of 'Housing – a good quality home for everyone'. The report pack states that the Policy Overview Working Group and the Housing Influence Panel have scrutinised the refreshed policy.

The report pack notes that the upcoming launch of the new Asset Management and Repair Scheduling Solution ('Total Mobile') will give colleagues within Housing Repairs a more robust system.

The report pack states that the refreshed policy aims to:

• Clarify the council's responsibilities and tenant obligations in relation to repairs.
• Ensure that all repairs are addressed promptly, effectively, and in accordance with agreed priorities.
• Provide tenants with safe, secure, and well-maintained homes.
• Promote efficient use of resources through proactive maintenance and risk management.
• Support a responsive service that takes into account tenant vulnerability and individual circumstances.
• Enable continuous improvement through monitoring, tenant engagement, and data-driven decision making.

EMCC Local Retrofit Strategy

The Cabinet is scheduled to discuss the East Midlands Combined Counties (EMCC) Local Retrofit Strategy. The report pack states that the strategy, developed through the Local Area Retrofit Accelerator (LARA) pilot, aims to reduce fuel poverty, improve housing quality, and support environmental sustainability.

The report pack highlights that the strategy outlines how the region can improve the energy efficiency of heating and cooling in homes, while also supporting health outcomes, economic growth, and the creation of skilled employment.

The report pack states that between February and July 2025, over 58 organisations including the council, contributed to the design process of the strategy.

The report pack notes that in Broxtowe Borough, heating and lighting account for approximately 33% of total emissions.

Local Government Reorganisation

The Cabinet is scheduled to receive an update report on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. The report pack states that since the last Cabinet update, the council has hosted two public engagement events to provide residents with an opportunity to gain a clearer understanding of the options currently under development and to ask questions about the potential impact on Broxtowe.

The report pack also notes that working groups for Option 1e (City/Rushcliffe/Broxtowe) and Option 1b – (City/Gedling/Broxtowe) continue to meet.

The report pack includes a letter from Juliet Campbell MP regarding Local Government Reorganisation.

Budget Timetable and Budget Consultation 2026/27

The Cabinet is scheduled to discuss the budget consultation process for 2026/27 and to set out the proposed timetable and budget scrutiny process. The report pack includes the proposed budget preparation timetable and budget consultation process for 2026/27, which will culminate in the overall budget report being recommended to Council for approval in March 2026.

The report pack also includes a web-based survey that is proposed to be publicised through social media, which includes questions relating to a resident's method of access of particular Council services, the preferred means of interacting with the Council and the impact of cost-of-living issues.

Workforce Profile 2024/25

The Cabinet is scheduled to note the Workforce Profile 2024/25. The report pack states that the Workforce Profile is an annual report which is produced by the Payroll and Job Evaluation service covering areas such as recruitment, the workforce, employment issues, and health and safety.

The report pack notes that the Workforce Profile is an important document for the council, as the information and further analysis provided allows the council to identify areas of success and areas that may require further consideration and improvement.

The report pack includes statistics on the ethnic diversity of the workforce, with 11.04% of the workforce being from an ethnic minority background.

Grants to Voluntary and Community Organisations

The Cabinet is scheduled to consider requests for grant aid in accordance with the provisions of the council's Grant Aid Policy. The report pack includes details of the grant applications received for consideration.

The report pack notes that the amount available for distribution in 2025/26 is £13,035.

The report pack includes a grant application from 5th Stapleford Scout Group, who are due to relocate to the new Community Pavilion at Hickings Lane in Stapleford in October 2025.

Compliance Update: Fire Safety

The Cabinet is scheduled to receive a short report from the Assistant Director of Asset Management on fire safety in council housing, in line with the Social Housing Regulatory Reform Act 2023.

The report pack provides an update on the number of Fire Risk Assessment actions that remain outstanding.

Quarterly Complaint Report

The Cabinet is scheduled to note the Quarterly Complaint Report. The report pack states that the report outlines the performance of the council in dealing with complaints, including those managed by the service areas, those managed by the Complaints and Compliments Officer, and those passed to the Local Government Ombudsman or Housing Ombudsman.

Scrutiny Reviews

The Cabinet is scheduled to note the matters proposed for and undergoing scrutiny. The report pack includes the Overview and Scrutiny Committee's work programme.

Cabinet Work Programme

The Cabinet is scheduled to approve its Work Programme, including potential key decisions that will help to achieve the council's key priorities and associated objectives.

Exclusion of Public and Press

The Cabinet is expected to RESOLVE that, under Section 100A of the Local Government Act, 1972, the public and press be excluded from the meeting for the following item of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Act.

Groundwork Investigations at Kimberley Depot

The Cabinet is scheduled to discuss groundwork investigations required at Kimberley Depot, cost and request that Cabinet agree to the works and proposed budget.