Jeanette Richards

...to implement the GM Mayoral Live Well Programme in Bury, including the establishment of a flagship Live Well Centre in Whitefield by March 2026, with funding split between the council and Bury Voluntary and Community Faith Alliance, and a potential council underwriting of building management costs.

...to re-tender the Supported Living care services for people with learning disabilities and/or autism was approved, allowing the Commissioning Team to proceed with consultation, engagement, and co-production of a service specification, and to put the tender to the market, with Cabinet to receive the results and award the contract between July and November 2026.

...to delegate authority to the Executive Director (Growth) to respond to all consultations and engagement as part of the Simister Island Development Consent Order, ensuring the Council can effectively participate in the process and address potential impacts on Bury.

...the Cabinet approved recommendations regarding the 2025/26 Q1 financial position, including noting a forecast revenue overspend, savings underachievement, a revised capital program, and the Collection Fund position, as well as noting the Prudential Indicators.

... to approve the direct award of a contract to George Cox & Sons Ltd for the delivery of the Fishpool Phase 2 and Pimhole Bee Active Travel Schemes, aiming to enhance active travel infrastructure and connectivity in Bury.