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Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 16/02/2018
Effective from: 05/02/2018
Decision:
1.1. This is an application, made by a member
of the public in 2007, under Section 53 of the Wildlife and
Countryside Act 1981. The application seeks to record a public
footpath between Greenway Lane and Hundry Copse, in the parish of
Buriton.
1.2. It is considered that the documentary and user evidence
reviewed is insufficient for it to be inferred that, on the balance
of probabilities, the public has acquired a right of way on the
claimed route, and it is recommended that the application be
refused.
Lead officer: Harry Goodchild
Decision Maker: Director of Economy Transport & Environment
Decision published: 13/02/2018
Effective from: 08/02/2018
Decision:
Please see the Decision Record
Lead officer: Adrian Gray
Decision Maker: Director of Economy Transport & Environment
Decision published: 13/02/2018
Effective from: 28/01/2018
Decision:
That a traffic order be implemented under the
Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the effects of which will be the
implementation of an experimental Traffic Order the effect of which
will be to prohibit driving on Station Road, New Milton when the
numbers of market stalls total 15 or more.
Lead officer: Adrian Gray
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 13/02/2018
Effective from: 05/02/2018
Decision:
1.1 This is an application, made by a member
of the public in 2013, under Section 53 of the Wildlife and
Countryside Act 1981. The application seeks to record a restricted
byway between Mill Lane and the Devil’s Highway, in the
parish of Heckfield.
1.2. It is considered that the documentary evidence reviewed is
sufficient for it to be inferred that, on the balance of
probabilities, the public has acquired a right of way on the
claimed route, and it is recommended that an Order be made to
record the route as a restricted byway.
Lead officer: Harry Goodchild
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 13/02/2018
Effective from: 12/02/2018
Decision:
1.1. That the price setting for the four
Hampshire Outdoor Centres for 2018/19 is approved according to the
Price Setting Policy.
Lead officer: John Tickle
Update on progress on the Strategic Land Site.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 07/02/2018 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 08/02/2018
Effective from: 16/02/2018
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/02/2018
Effective from: 31/01/2018
Decision:
1.1. To provide an increase to a small number
of already published fees ( in green on attached table) relating to
the provision of statutory and non statutory ceremonies delivered
in Hampshire Approved Venues and Register Office ceremony rooms
with effect from 1st April 2018.
1.2. To approve and set fees for 2020/21.
1.3. To approve the introduction of a ‘ceremony
package’ specifically designed to address the increasing use
of independent celebrants and maintain our position in the current
market place.
Lead officer: Nicola Horsey
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 05/02/2018 - Cabinet
Decision published: 05/02/2018
Effective from: 20/02/2018
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Children’s Services seeking approval for the renewal of the strategic partnership between Hampshire County Council and the Isle of Wight Council for the delivery of Children’s Services on the Isle of Wight.
It was explained that this report was a mirror of one that had been considered and the continuation of the partnership had been supported by the Isle of Wight Council.
The positive relationship with the Isle of Wight and the successful impact of Hampshire County Council, both in improving performance and financially was noted. Members agreed that it was an example of partnership working that had achieved solid results to the benefit of both Councils.
The recommendations in the report were proposed and agreed. The decision record is attached.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 05/02/2018 - Cabinet
Decision published: 05/02/2018
Effective from: 20/02/2018
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Children’s Services regarding educational attainment.
In introducing the report, the high level of success achieved by Hampshire pupils was highlighted, especially those completing their primary education. The distinction was drawn between the new and previous methods for school assessment as was the difference between “progress 8” and “achievement 8”. It was explained that results significantly above the national and comparator authorities average were achieved in early years and primary and high performance continued to be seen at GCSE. However high scores on the progress 8 measure of improvement was more difficult due to a consistently high starting point for pupils in the secondary system.
The report was welcomed and the emphasis on continuous improvement was noted. The success of further education was also acknowledged and it was felt that the selective structure of the VI Form colleges in Hampshire made a positive contribution in this area.
The recommendations in the report were proposed and agreed. The decision record is attached.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 05/02/2018 - Cabinet
Decision published: 05/02/2018
Effective from: 20/02/2018
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Economy, Transport and Environment regarding proposals for a commission of inquiry for Hampshire.
The report was welcomed and the importance of looking forward was agreed in particular to ensure continued prosperity and the protection of the environment in the County.
The recommendations in the report were proposed and agreed. The decision record is attached.
To consider the recommendation to the County Council for the revenue budget, precept and council tax for 2018/19 for the County Council to determine.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 05/02/2018 - Cabinet
Decision published: 05/02/2018
Effective from: 20/02/2018
Decision:
Cabinet considered the report of the Director of Corporate Resources regarding the revenue budget and precept 2018/19.
In introducing the report, the Chairman confirmed his reluctance to see increases in Council Tax and highlighted the requirement for the Council to set a balanced budget. It was noted that if the proposed increases to the precept were agreed, this would still leave Council Tax lower than had it increased at the rate of inflation since 2010.
The technical detail of the report was presented by the Director of Corporate Resources, who set out the challenges faced by all departments to maintain service provision within budget requirements. With this in mind, she explained the resources allocated to Children’s Services to support service delivery. Other areas of the report were highlighted, including regarding treasury management, T19 savings proposals and the 2017/18 third quarter monitoring position. The recommendations to Cabinet relating to each respective section of the report were drawn to Members’ attention.
With the agreement of the Chairman, Councillor House addressed the Cabinet:
Councillor House welcomed the news that government grants had been awarded to Hampshire projects, but felt that the overall budgetary direction was of managing decline. He intimated that if the current precept increases were to be agreed, this would amount to a 22 percent increase in Council Tax in four years. The consistency of the policy regarding bus passes, the household waste recycling centres and community transport was challenged, as were the strategies to meet need in the areas of children looked after and Adult Social Care. Councillor House suggested that if the cause of a 22 percent increase in Council Tax lay with government, the Hampshire MPs should be doing more to achieve a fairer outcome for the County.
Cabinet discussed the report, taking the comments from Councillor House into consideration. It was confirmed that the proposed budget was responding to pressures caused by the changing needs of society and not to manage decline. It was clarified that the decisions made at previous Cabinet meetings were to explore ways to protect services and therefore the extra council tax flexibility and new savings that had been identified to help withdraw savings in areas such as community transport, household waste and bus passes were welcomed. Members noted the success of the Council’s investment strategy, to achieve a high yield at relatively low risk, recognising the benefit of a cautious and long term approach.
The additional money arising from the social care precept was welcomed and it was noted that over two years this amounted to £30 million, which served to secure service provision and enable a comprehensive transformation programme. The importance of being able to meet demand in Children’s Services through the use of contingencies was recognised as a means to keep children safe, whilst a longer term strategy of working with families to reduce demand on the service could take effect.
The Chairman thanked everyone who had contributed to the preparation of the budget report, in particular on the focus on the priorities of forward planning, of providing high quality services and of low taxation.
The recommendations in the report were proposed and agreed. The decision record is attached.
Lead officer: Rob Carr
To consider a report of the Director of
Corporate Resources setting out for approval the proposed capital
programme for 2018/19 to 2020/21.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 05/02/2018 - Cabinet
Decision published: 05/02/2018
Effective from: 20/02/2018
Decision:
Cabinet considered the report of the Director of Corporate Resources regarding the Capital Programme 2018/19 to 2020/21.
The report and recommendations were introduced and welcomed by Members. The consequential benefits of a successful capital programme were highlighted, such as the £30 million revenue saving resulting from investment in the energy programme. The scale of the capital programme was acknowledged. It was recognised that this was possible as a result of prudent financial management in the past and anticipated that continued prudence would enable for ongoing investment.
A number of specific projects were welcomed, including flood prevention in Buckskin, highway schemes and the school building programme. It was recognised that in many cases, investment by the County Council had been key to obtaining further grant support for specific initiatives and success by officers in this was congratulated.
The recommendations in the report were proposed and agreed. The decision record is attached.