Councillor Sean Gaul

...to note the recommendations from the Education and Young People Overview & Scrutiny Committee regarding the Education Act 1996 (Section 19), the Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) Policy, and the Home to School Transport Policy, and to respond in due course, while also agreeing to provide the Committee with brief written updates on progress against actions committed to in response to the recommendations for 12 months or until completed.

...to prepare for the expiration of existing contracts with Trellint in March 2026, the Cabinet approved the procurement of four new Civil Enforcement Contracts covering services, software, a ZEZ checker, and ANPR cameras, while also delegating contract award decisions and exploring collaboration opportunities with neighboring authorities.

...to facilitate the conversion of Woodeaton Manor School to academy status, the Cabinet approved financial and land agreements including retaining maintenance responsibilities, providing funding for SEND adaptations, enhancing revenue funding, and delegating authority to finalize land transfer documentation.

...to note the Council's treasury management activity and outcomes in 2024/25, and to recommend Council to do the same.