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Council - Thursday, 22nd February, 2024 7.00 pm

February 22, 2024 View on council website  Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)

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Summary

The council meeting primarily focused on discussing a motion regarding a ceasefire in Gaza, which was heavily debated and amended. The session also included questions from councillors on various local issues, ranging from environmental concerns to local government investments.

  1. Ceasefire in Gaza Motion: The original motion called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. After amendments, it emphasized humanitarian concerns and a two-state solution. Arguments for the motion highlighted the need for peace and humanitarian relief, while amendments aimed to ensure the motion's practical enforceability and relevance to local governance. The decision to amend and pass the motion reflects the council's commitment to international peace and the practical limitations of local government influence.

  2. Questions from Councillors: Councillors raised issues such as pollution from vehicle idling, the management of combustible waste, and concerns about abandoned vehicles. Each issue was addressed by relevant council members who provided updates on actions being taken or policies in place. These discussions underscored ongoing local governance efforts to address environmental and community concerns.

Interesting Incident: The meeting experienced a procedural hiccup when confusion arose regarding the amendments to the Gaza ceasefire motion, leading to a brief adjournment. This incident highlighted the complexities and challenges of managing council procedures, especially on sensitive and significant topics.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Leo Britcher
Councillor Leo Britcher The Labour Party • Salmestone Ward
Profile image for Councillor Bertie Braidwood
Councillor Bertie Braidwood Independent • Westgate-on-Sea Ward
Profile image for Councillor Alan Currie
Councillor Alan Currie The Labour Party • Cliftonville West Ward
Profile image for Councillor Reece Pugh
Councillor Reece Pugh Conservative Party • Birchington North Ward
Profile image for Councillor Corinna Huxley
Councillor Corinna Huxley The Labour Party • Eastcliff Ward
Profile image for Councillor Emma Dawson
Councillor Emma Dawson Conservative Party • Birchington South Ward
Profile image for Councillor Heather Keen
Councillor Heather Keen Cabinet Member for Community • The Labour Party • Cliftonville West Ward
Profile image for Councillor Roopa Farooki
Councillor Roopa Farooki The Labour Party • Viking Ward
Profile image for Councillor Jack Packman
Councillor Jack Packman The Labour Party • Dane Valley Ward
Profile image for Councillor Kristian Bright
Councillor Kristian Bright Cabinet Member for Parking, Tourism and Culture • The Labour Party • Viking Ward
Profile image for Councillor Joanne Bright
Councillor Joanne Bright The Labour Party • Beacon Road Ward
Profile image for Councillor John Nichols
Councillor John Nichols Conservative Party • Viking Ward
Profile image for Councillor Jim Driver
Councillor Jim Driver The Labour Party • Northwood Ward
Profile image for Councillor David Donaldson
Councillor David Donaldson The Labour Party • Westgate-on-Sea Ward
Profile image for Councillor John Dennis
Councillor John Dennis Independent • Garlinge Ward
Profile image for Councillor Helen Crittenden
Councillor Helen Crittenden The Labour Party • Eastcliff Ward
Profile image for Councillor Kevin Pressland
Councillor Kevin Pressland Green Party • St Peters Ward
Profile image for Councillor Tricia Austin
Councillor Tricia Austin Green Party • Central Harbour Ward
Profile image for Councillor Ruth Duckworth
Councillor Ruth Duckworth Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Property • The Labour Party • Dane Valley Ward
Profile image for John Worrow
John Worrow  Independent •  Garlinge Ward
Profile image for Councillor Phil Fellows
Councillor Phil Fellows Conservative Party • Birchington South Ward
Profile image for Councillor Jill Bayford
Councillor Jill Bayford Shadow Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning • Conservative Party • Bradstowe Ward
Profile image for Councillor Harry Scobie
Councillor Harry Scobie The Labour Party • Cliftonville West Ward
Profile image for Councillor John Edwards
Councillor John Edwards The Labour Party • Westbrook Ward
Profile image for Councillor Pat Moore
Councillor Pat Moore The Labour Party • Newington Ward
Profile image for Councillor Rebecca Wing
Councillor Rebecca Wing Green Party • Central Harbour Ward
Profile image for Councillor Matthew Scott
Councillor Matthew Scott Conservative Party • Westgate-on-Sea Ward
Profile image for Councillor Alan Munns
Councillor Alan Munns Independent • Kingsgate Ward
Profile image for Councillor John Davis
Councillor John Davis Shadow Leader of the Council and Shadow Cabinet Member for Strategy, Corporate Services and Climate Change • Conservative Party • Cliffsend and Pegwell Ward
Profile image for Councillor Steve Albon
Councillor Steve Albon Cabinet Member for Cleansing and Coastal Services • The Labour Party • Eastcliff Ward
Profile image for Councillor Marc Rattigan
Councillor Marc Rattigan Shadow Cabinet Member for Community • Conservative Party • Cliftonville East Ward
Profile image for Councillor Katie Pope
Councillor Katie Pope The Labour Party • Salmestone Ward
Profile image for Councillor Jennifer Matterface
Councillor Jennifer Matterface The Labour Party • Beacon Road Ward
Profile image for Councillor Helen Whitehead
Councillor Helen Whitehead Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning • Labour and Co-operative Party • Margate Central Ward
Profile image for Councillor Elysa d'Abbro
Councillor Elysa d'Abbro The Labour Party • Westbrook Ward
Profile image for Councillor Barry Manners
Councillor Barry Manners Reform UK • Cliftonville East Ward
Profile image for Councillor Debra Owen-Hughes
Councillor Debra Owen-Hughes Chair of Council • The Labour Party • Northwood Ward
Profile image for Councillor Rob Yates
Councillor Rob Yates Green Party • Margate Central Ward
Profile image for Councillor George Rusiecki
Councillor George Rusiecki Shadow Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Property • Conservative Party • Bradstowe Ward
Profile image for Councillor Cedric Towning
Councillor Cedric Towning Shadow Cabinet Member for Parking, Tourism and Culture • Conservative Party • Cliftonville East Ward
Profile image for Councillor Raushan Ara
Councillor Raushan Ara The Labour Party • Central Harbour Ward
Profile image for Councillor Brenda Rogers
Councillor Brenda Rogers Shadow Cabinet Member for Cleansing and Coastal Services • Conservative Party • Cliffsend and Pegwell Ward
Profile image for Councillor Rick Everitt
Councillor Rick Everitt Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy, Corporate Services and Climate Change • The Labour Party • Newington Ward
Profile image for Councillor David Green
Councillor David Green The Labour Party • Nethercourt Ward
Profile image for Councillor Martin Boyd
Councillor Martin Boyd The Labour Party • Dane Valley Ward
Profile image for Councillor Marlen Barlow
Councillor Marlen Barlow The Labour Party • Thanet Villages Ward
Profile image for Councillor William Scobie
Councillor William Scobie The Labour Party • Northwood Ward
Profile image for Councillor Linda Wright
Councillor Linda Wright Conservative Party • Birchington South Ward
Profile image for Councillor Pat Makinson
Councillor Pat Makinson The Labour Party • Sir Moses Montefiore Ward
Profile image for Councillor Mike Garner
Councillor Mike Garner Green Party • St Peters Ward
Profile image for Councillor Abi Smith
Councillor Abi Smith Green Party • Thanet Villages Ward
Profile image for Councillor Anne-Marie Nixey
Councillor Anne-Marie Nixey Vice Chair of Council • The Labour Party • Nethercourt Ward
Profile image for Councillor George Kup
Councillor George Kup Conservative Party • Birchington North Ward
Profile image for Councillor Paul Moore
Councillor Paul Moore Conservative Party • St Peters Ward
Profile image for Councillor Tony Ovenden
Councillor Tony Ovenden The Labour Party • Sir Moses Montefiore Ward

Topics

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Supplementary agenda 4 22nd-Feb-2024 19.00 Council
Supplementary agenda 3 22nd-Feb-2024 19.00 Council
Agenda frontsheet 22nd-Feb-2024 19.00 Council
Supplementary agenda 22nd-Feb-2024 19.00 Council
Supplementary agenda 2 22nd-Feb-2024 19.00 Council

Additional Documents

Annex 3 - OSP Pre and Post Decision Reviews
Printed minutes 22nd-Feb-2024 19.00 Council
Minutes 08022024 Council
DoI advice
Questions from Members of the Council
Questions from Members of the Public and Press
Notice of Motion regarding Fair Tax Declaration
Notice of Motion regarding ceasefire
Motion regarding abuse of councillors and officers
Treasury Mgmt Strategy 2024-25 Council
Annex 2 - Scrutiny Review Topics Scoring table
ANNEX 1 - THE CAPITAL PRUDENTIAL AND TREASURY INDICATORS 2022 23 2026 27
ANNEX 3 - GUIDANCE ON TREASURY MANAGEMENT STRATEGY STATEMENT MINIMUM REVENUE PROVISION POLICY STATE
ANNEX 2 - TREASURY MANAGEMENT PRACTICE TMP1 CREDIT AND COUNTERPARTY RISK MANAGEMENT
ANNEX 6 - LINKS ECONOMIC AND INTEREST RATE FORECAST
2024-25 MTFS -
Annex 1 MTFS
Annex 2 - Flexible Use of Capital Receipts 24-25
Council report Statutory Resolution 2024-25
Annex 1 - Revised Members Allowances Scheme 23_24
MEMBERS ALLOWANCES SCHEME 2024_25
Committees panels and boards
ANNEX 4 - TDC CAPITAL STRATEGY 2024 25
ANNEX 5 - TDC NON-TREASURY INVESTMENTS 2024 25
Representation on Ramsgate Charities
Covering Report Draft Calendar of Meetings 2024-27
2ND UPDATED Draft Calendar of Meetings 2024-27 - Google Docs
Annex 1 - OSP Work Programme 2023-24
Overview Scrutiny Panel Chairs Report to Council
Leaders Report
Annex 1 - Proportionality Annex Feb 2024