Consideration was given to the partnership arrangements proposed for the delivery of this project to provide superfast broadband services in areas of market failure, these being predominantly outlying rural areas. It was proposed that Cheshire East be the accountable body and delivery agent for the project partners of Cheshire West and Chester, Warrington and Halton.
RESOLVED
That Council be recommended to approve that:
1. Cheshire East Council enter into a partnership arrangement with Cheshire West and Chester Council, Warrington Borough Council and Halton Borough Council for the delivery of the Connecting Cheshire Superfast Broadband Project.
2. That Cheshire East Council lead the partnership and fulfil the role as the accountable body and principal delivery agent of the Connecting Cheshire Partnership.