Decision details

To receive an update on the Rural Strategy.

The Committee considered the report which set out the background to the Rural Action Plan and the proposed arrangements to update and refresh the Plan for the period 2022 to 2025.

It was proposed that the informal Members Advisory Panel should consist of up to five members from the Committee rather than three, and subject to nominations received and appointments approved by the Head of Governance and Democratic Services in line with the relevant protocols in the Constitution.

RESOLVED:  That

1             the preparation of a Rural Action Plan 2022-25 be approved;

2             the workstreams, as identified in paragraph 6.2, be approved;

3             a Member Advisory Panel, comprising of up to 5 members, be set up to      provide guidance on the scope and priorities within the workstreams and drafting of the Rural Action Plan; and

4             it be noted that the Rural Action Plan 2022-2025 will be brought back to the Economy and Growth Committee in 2022.

The Committee adjourned for a short break.  Councillor D Stockton left the meeting and did not return.