Allan Siao Ming Witherick

Local Government Reorganisation: Proposal from Hertsmere Borough Council - Final Recommendation

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 19 November 2025 9.00 pm, NEW - November 19, 2025

...to submit a proposal to the Secretary of State for local government reorganisation in Hertfordshire, identifying the modified four unitary option as the Council's preferred option, to take no further action to secure Hertsmere's Borough status, and to delegate authority to the Chief Executive to make minor modifications to the proposal and instruct the Hertfordshire County Council Chief Executive to submit it.

Recommendations Approved

Statement of Community Involvement 2025 (approval)

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12 November 2025 6.00 pm - November 12, 2025

... to recommend to Council the adoption of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) (2025), which outlines how the council will engage with the community and stakeholders in planning matters.

Recommendations Approved

Part 2 Bad Debt Write-Offs November 2025

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12 November 2025 6.00 pm - November 12, 2025

Recommendations Approved

Insurance Brokerage Services Contract Renewal

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12 November 2025 6.00 pm - November 12, 2025

The report provides details of why an extension to the current arrangements provides the best option to the Council.

Recommendations Approved

Executive Suite Minor Restructure Report

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12 November 2025 6.00 pm - November 12, 2025

Proposed restructure based on a comprehensive evaluation of current and projected workload demands, the need to enhance operational efficiency, and the alignment of resources with the Council’s strategic and corporate objectives.

Recommendations Approved