Issue - meetings

The Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Corporate Resources which sought approval to commence consultation on the draft Rural Estate Strategy, provided an outline of the draft Strategy and set out the planned approach to the proposed consultation with stakeholders.  A copy of the report marked ‘Agenda Item 6’ is filed with these minutes.

RESOLVED:

That the draft Rural Estate Strategy be approved for consultation.

(KEY DECISION)

REASONS FOR DECISION:

It is a legal requirement for public bodies such as local authorities to consult residents, service users, stakeholders and staff on key strategies which might affect them. Consultation will strengthen the Rural Estate Strategy by enabling stakeholders to contribute to the emerging strategy and ensure that a diverse range of views and ideas are incorporated, thereby reinforcing support for its implementation.