Decisions made
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14/07/2020 - Write-off of Irrecoverable Debt ref: 1533 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Corporate Resources regarding the write-off irrecoverable
debt
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 23/07/2020
14/07/2020 - Partnership for South Hampshire - Revised Agreement ref: 1529 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding the amended membership
of the Partnership for South Hampshire, together with other minor
amendments to the joint working arrangements; the report seeks
formal approval for the revised joint working agreement, reflecting
these changes.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 23/07/2020
14/07/2020 - Strategic Land Update ref: 1531 Recommendations Approved
Update on Strategic Land
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 23/07/2020
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
14/07/2020 - Learning Disability Housing - Programme Update ref: 1532 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 23/07/2020
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
14/07/2020 - Connect2Hampshire - an update on Hampshire's temporary staffing agency ref: 1530 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 23/07/2020
Lead officer: Steph Randall
14/07/2020 - Manydown North, Basingstoke – Delegated decision to Enter into contract with selected Private Sector Partner (PSP) ref: 1527 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 14/07/2020
Decision:
The Decision
1.That following the conclusion of:
the due diligence exercise since the selection of the Private
Sector Partner in February 2018;
the Gateway Review meeting held 2nd September 2019;
the Senior Officer review meeting held 10th March 2020;
the Senior Officer review and Member briefings held 25th and 29th
June respectively;
finalisation of the terms of the documents listed in Appendix 5 and
any other required documents (“the Documents”);
and
consultation by the Assistant Director (Property and Facilities)
with the Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services,
the Director of Corporate Resources and the Head of Legal
Services
in accordance with the delegated approvals secured within reports
to theExecutive Member for Policy and Resources 7th February 2018,
24th July 2018, 20th June 2019 and 25th July 2019 (as summarised
within the report below) the Assistant Director (Property and
Facilities) authorises the Head of Law and Governance and
Monitoring Officer to enter into the documents listed in Appendix 5
(and any other required documents) and;
2.That following the finalisation of the terms of resolutions of
Manydown Garden Communities Limited Liability Partnership
(“MGC LLP”) and resolutions of the joint venture
limited liability partnership (“DevCo”)
in accordance with the delegated authorities secured within the
report to the Executive Member for Policy and Resources of 5 March
2020 (as summarised within the report below) the Assistant Director
(Property and Facilities) authorises the Head of Law and Governance
and Monitoring Officer to sign on behalf of the County Council (1)
as a member of MGC LLP, the written resolutions of MGC LLP included
within Appendix 5 and (2) as a member of MGC LLP, acting as a
member of DevCo, the written resolutions of DevCo included within
Appendix 5.
Lead officer: Steve Clow
23/06/2020 - Creation of Bridleway rights in the parish of Ringwood ref: 1528 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 15/07/2020
Effective from: 23/06/2020
14/07/2020 - Serving Hampshire - 2019/20 Performance Report ref: 1568 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive regarding the Council’s performance in 2019/20.
An overview of the Council’s performance was set out with reference to the report and key areas of corporate diversity and the prevention of modern slavery. Data on referrals to and determinations by the local government ombudsman were drawn to Cabinet’s attention. The objectivity of the report and high overall performance of the Council was recognised, in particular activity on equality and diversity was welcomed.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
14/07/2020 - Transport for the South East (TfSE) ref: 1567 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Economy, Transport and
Environment regarding Transport for the South East’s (TfSE) Proposal to Government.
In introducing the report, the context of the TfSE’s proposals to establish a sub-national transport body were set out. It was noted that the strategy had climate change at its centre and Cabinet welcomed the proposals to work in partnership and support the ongoing prosperity of the region.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
14/07/2020 - Climate Change Strategy ref: 1566 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Economy, Transport and
Environment regarding the Climate Change Strategy.
At the invitation of the Chairman, Councillor Tod addressed Cabinet highlighting the scale of the climate change crisis. He welcomed the commitment to change and proposed that progress across different areas of the Council’s activity be monitored through the scrutiny committees.
The report was introduced with reference to the extensive work that had been carried out on policy development. The duel targets of reducing emissions of greenhouse gases and of building resilience to temperature change were set out. It was confirmed that the baseline level of emissions had been established using recognised methodology from the Carbon Trust. The development of impact assessment tools to integrate with the Council’s future decision making process was highlighted. It was confirmed that stakeholder events had been held and a number of new projects to both engage with communities and provide advice were detailed.
Cabinet welcomed the report and the evidence based approach and thanked officers for their work and the progress that had been achieved. It was recognised that the direct influence of local government was limited and therefore working with partners and communities was essential.
With the agreement of the Chairman, the Assistant to the Executive – Environment (Councillor Warwick) addressed Cabinet. She praised the work in the report to provide a starting point for the significant action that was needed to meet the targets that were set. She welcomed the community support and advice projects that had been launched and highlighted the benefits of bringing partners together.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
14/07/2020 - 2019/20 - End of Year Financial Report ref: 1565 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Corporate Resources presenting the 2019/20 End of Year Financial report.
The report was introduced and the strong and reliable delivery of budgeted savings prior to Covid-19 was emphasised. With regard to departmental summaries, it was noted that budgets were balanced or savings had been achieved in advance. Cabinet recognised that the County Council’s strong financial position had enabled it to take action that wasn’t available to other authorities, such as advancing government money for Covid-19 related PPE to care homes in order to speed up delivery.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
14/07/2020 - Medium Term Financial Strategy ref: 1564 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Corporate Resources regarding the Medium Term Financial Strategy.
At the invitation of the Chairman, Councillor House addressed Cabinet noting that it was now not looking likely that the County Council would receive full reimbursement of the costs of managing the Covid-19 crisis and highlighting the uncertainty of the position.
The report was introduced and the level of unfunded loss to date drawn to Cabinet’s attention. The scenarios regarding government funding and various possible outcomes set out in the report were detailed. The impact on the Transformation programme was highlighted and it was confirmed that with much of T21 paused, it would be necessary to extend delivery for a year. It was emphasised that the situation was fast moving with changing consequences.
Cabinet welcomed the report, noting that although the long term position was difficult, prior to Covid-19 the County Council was on track to meet its budget, but in some scenarios it was now no longer financially viable. The importance of explaining the County Council’s situation and of government honouring its commitments of support was agreed.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
14/07/2020 - Hampshire Local Outbreak Control Plan and Local Outbreak Engagement Board ref: 1563 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive regarding the Local Outbreak Control Plan and Local Outbreak Engagement Board.
The outbreak control structure as set out in the report was introduced. It was confirmed that data on positive test results by the NHS or by mobile test units was being shared. Some location data was also available but should be treated with caution because transmission did not always occur at home.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
14/07/2020 - A Progress Report of The County Council's Response to the COVID-19 Crisis ref: 1562 Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 14/07/2020 - Cabinet
Decision published: 14/07/2020
Effective from: 22/07/2020
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive regarding the County Council’s Response to the COVID-19 crisis.
At the invitation of the Chairman, Councillor House addressed Cabinet, welcoming a full and helpful report. He raised questions on the position on data sharing with government and on the provision of telephone based services. Councillor House highlighted the importance of learning from experience to ensure both transparency and better outcomes in the future.
Key elements of the report were introduced, highlighting the importance of keeping “R” as low as possible, the learning that had taken place with regards care homes, preparations for the wider re-opening of schools and recreational facilities, the booking system in place at HWRCs and the work of officers in Corporate Resources to keep key support processes running. The position of telephone based services was clarified.
Cabinet welcomed the report and agreed the importance of learning from experiences to both understand what could have gone better and also what went particularly well and could become part of a new normal.
Tributes were paid to officers delivering services and working hard to bring back services that had been suspended. The resilience and response of Hampshire’s communities in looking after each other and working together was praised.
The recommendations set out in the report were considered and agreed. A
decision record is attached to these minutes.
12/06/2020 - Countryside Car Parking Charges 2020 ref: 1526 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 13/07/2020
Effective from: 12/06/2020
Decision:
1.1 To increase the daily parking charges at
Country Parks, in both the peak (April – September), and
off-peak (October – March) months. This is to come into
effect from 13 July 2020.
Lead officer: Felicity Roe
06/07/2020 - Decision Sheet for Hampshire County Council - Cash Investments ref: 1522 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Corporate Resources
Decision published: 09/07/2020
Effective from: 06/07/2020
08/07/2020 - Proposed Changes to Post 16 Transport Policy Statement 2020 ref: 1521 Recommendations Approved
To inform the Executive Lead Member for
Children’s Services on the outcome of the consultation
carried out regarding the Post-16 Transport Policy Statement and to
enable determination of the Statement.
Decision Maker: Executive Lead Member for Children’s Services and Young People
Made at meeting: 08/07/2020 - Executive Lead Member for Children’s Services and Young People Decision Day
Decision published: 08/07/2020
Effective from: 16/07/2020
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
08/07/2020 - Decision Sheet for Hampshire Pension Fund - Cash Investments ref: 1520 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Corporate Resources
Decision published: 08/07/2020
Effective from: 08/07/2020
29/06/2020 - Decision Sheet for Hampshire County Council - Cash Investments ref: 1519 For Determination
Decision Maker: Director of Corporate Resources
Decision published: 08/07/2020
Effective from: 29/06/2020
23/06/2020 - Application for a Definitive Map Modification Order to record four restricted byways at Bagnum - Parish of Ringwood ref: 1518 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/07/2020
Effective from: 23/06/2020
23/06/2020 - Application for a Definitive Map Modification Order to record public Footpath in Greatham and Whitehill ref: 1517 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/07/2020
Effective from: 23/06/2020
02/07/2020 - Temporary mortuary provision July Onwards ref: 1516 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Corporate Resources
Decision published: 03/07/2020
Effective from: 11/07/2020
26/06/2020 - Traffic Order: Gosport CPE Consolidation Order ref: 1503 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Director of Economy Transport & Environment
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 26/06/2020
02/07/2020 - Project Appraisal: Whitehill Bordon Relief Road Junction 2 to 3 Shared Use Footway/Cycleway ref: 1514 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding details of the
Whitehill and Bordon Relief Road: Junction 2 to 3 Shared Use
Footway/Cycleway scheme and seeking approval to progress with the
necessary procurement, spending and contractual arrangements to
deliver the works.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Divisions affected: Whitehill, Bordon & Lindford;
02/07/2020 - Project Appraisal: A33/South Drive Junction Improvement Sherfield-on-Loddon ref: 1513 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding details of the
A33/South Drive Junction improvement scheme and seeking approval to
progress with the necessary procurement, spending, and contractual
arrangements to deliver the works.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Divisions affected: Calleva;
02/07/2020 - ETE Capital Programme 2019/20 End of Year & Quarter 1 2020/21 ref: 1510 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding progress and delivery
within the capital programme and the year end position for 2019/20.
In addition, the report provides a short narrative summary on early
progress of the capital programme in 2020/21 and provides
recommendations for changes to the programme in 2020/21 and
beyond.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
02/07/2020 - Procurement approval: Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Services Framework ref: 1509 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval to procure a
Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental framework agreement in order to
replace the current framework which expires on 31 May
2021.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
02/07/2020 - Wheels to Work Loan Scheme ref: 1507 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking authority to tender and
award a new contract for a Wheels to Work Loan Scheme in Hampshire
which will provide young people with the opportunity to access
employment and training opportunities in Hampshire.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
02/07/2020 - Lynchford Road Farnborough Growth Package ref: 1506 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval to explore a
variation option to the current Scheme approved by the EMET in
January 2019. The report seeks approval to vary the previous
design, and to develop and test an option to retain a section of
the westbound Lynchford Road carriageway between the A331 and St
Alban’s roundabout, as a single lane.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Divisions affected: Farnborough South;
Lead officer: Patrick Bingham
02/07/2020 - Household Waste Recycling Centres Cross Border Update ref: 1508 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding the current position
with regards to implementation of the Hampshire Household Waste
Recycling Centre (HWRC) cross border resident’s charging
scheme vehicle registration system, and proposed agreements with
neighbouring authorities including the current transitional
arrangements with West Berkshire Council.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Lead officer: Sam Horne
02/07/2020 - Project Appraisal: Bramley Lane/Sherfield Road Junction Bramley ref: 1512 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding details of the Bramley
Lane/Sherfield Road Junction improvement scheme and seeking
approval to progress with the necessary procurement, spending and
contractual arrangements to deliver the works.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Divisions affected: Calleva;
02/07/2020 - Project Appraisal: Four Marks - A31/Lymington Bottom Junction Improvements ref: 1511 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval for the
implementation of the Four Marks Transport Improvements Scheme, in
particular the Lymington Bottom Road pedestrian crossing.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Divisions affected: Alton Rural;
02/07/2020 - Partnership for South Hampshire - Revised Agreement ref: 1515 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding authority to enter
into a Revised Agreement for the Partnership for South
Hampshire.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
02/07/2020 - Brighton Hill Improvement Scheme - Camrose Link Road Project Appraisal and Advanced Enabling Works ref: 1505 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval to progress the
implementation of the Camrose Link Road with an estimated cost of
£3.432 million funded by the Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise
Partnership , to change the detailed design of the Brighton Hill
roundabout improvement and to progress advance utility diversions
with an estimated cost of £1.77 million.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Divisions affected: Basingstoke Central; Basingstoke South East; Basingstoke South West;
Lead officer: Patrick Bingham
02/07/2020 - Recycling and Single Materials Recovery Facility Update ref: 1504 Recommendations Approved
To consider a report regarding the work
undertaken through the Hampshire Waste Partnership programme in the
context of the recently reintroduced Environment Bill and the
impact that this will have on waste management in Hampshire. The
report updates on the work done to review potential collection
systems and consider the implications of these on the waste and
recycling infrastructure. The report provides information on the
various infrastructure options, the associated financial
implications of the options and how they fit the expected
legislative changes that are coming forward.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment
Made at meeting: 02/07/2020 - Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment Decision Day
Decision published: 02/07/2020
Effective from: 10/07/2020
Lead officer: Sam Horne, James Potter