To provide Members with background information regarding the extensive reforms to the local government framework across England set out in the White Paper on English Devolution published 16 December 2024.
To provide Members with an update on the LGR progress for the Peterborough and Cambridgeshire area.
To consider the proposed letter of submission to the Government by 21 March 2025. This letter has been drafted in conjunction with other authorities in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough following discussions between the Councils Leaders’ and Chief Executives.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure >£200,000 and Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 17/02/2025
Decision due: 19 Mar 2025 by Cabinet
Lead member: Executive Leader, Chair of the Cabinet and Executive Councillor for Place
Contact: Michelle Sacks, Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service Tel: (01480) 388116 or email: Michelle.Sacks@huntingdonshire.gov.uk Michelle.Sacks@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Relevant Portfolio Holder (Cllr): S Conboy
Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee: N/A - Special Council Meeting to be held on 19 March 2025