Issue - meetings

To consider the recommendation of the Independent Remuneration Panel.

Consideration was given to the recommendation from the Independent Remuneration Panel regarding a Notice of Motion concerning Member Mileage Rates.

The Independent Remuneration Panel recommended :-

           That the payment of travel expenses by way of an increase to elected Members’ Basic Allowance is not considered by the Independent Remuneration Panel to be a viable option for Cheshire East Council at this point in time; given that: -

i)          It goes against the principle of Members being reimbursed for actual expenditure incurred in the performance of their duties; and

ii)      It would have a detriment impact on Members due to the travel element of the basic allowance being liable for tax.                         

RESOLVED

That the recommendation of the Independent Remuneration Panel, as set out above be approved.