Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Mark Dannatt, Adam Grist, Will Grover, James Knowles, Andrew Leonard, Stephen Lyons, Paul Rickett and Ru Yarsley.

At this point in the Meeting, Members were invited to declare any relevant interests.

Councillor Cullen asked that it be noted that in respect of Item No. 13, Review of Licensing Act 2003 Policy, that he was a Personal Licence holder.

Councillor Danny Brookes asked that it be noted in respect of Item No. 13, Review of Licensing Act 2003 Policy, that he was a Personal Licence holder.

Councillor Macey asked that it be noted in respect of Item No. 13, Review of Licensing Act 2003 Policy, that he was a Personal Licence holder.

Councillor Arnold asked it be noted that in respect of Item No. 18, Motions on Notice (Motions 2 and 3), that she was a Mablethorpe and Sutton Town Councillor and in that role was part of the Community Partnership.

Councillors Ashton, Bowkett, Davie, Gray, Alex Hall, McNally and Macey asked that it be noted in respect of Item No. 21, Horncastle Industrial Estate, that they were Lincolnshire County Councillors and further to advice received from the Monitoring Officer would leave the room for this item.

To confirm the Open and Exempt Minutes of the Council Meeting held on 11 October 2023.

The Open and Exempt Minutes of the Council Meeting held on 11 October 2023 were confirmed and signed as a correct record.

To confirm Actions following the Meeting held on 11 October 2023.

The Actions were noted as complete.

The Chief Executive advised Members that a response to Action No. 54 (a) ‘Questions – Supplementary’ from the Meeting held on 11 October 2023 would be shared with Members by the end of the week.

With regards to the response to Minute No. 52 ‘Motions on Notice’ a Member stated that it was important when inputting into the preparation for political parties’ manifestos for the forthcoming election that an open letter be sent to all political parties, and not just the two current constituency MPs.  The Chief Executive advised Members that he would look into this.

Further to the Public Question No. 2 in relation to Charles Street in Louth raised at the previous Meeting, Minute No. 46 refers, a Member highlighted that the Charles Street Pit Fishing Association had taken on the Charles Street site and thanked the Council for the resolution on this situation.  A Member highlighted her disappointment that this had not been communicated to all Members and asked that this information be made available.

The Chairman had attended the following civic engagements since the last Meeting:

• Topping Out Ceremony – Campus for Future Living in Mablethorpe;

• Laying up of the Skegness Royal British Legion Standard and the Skegness Burma Star at St Matthew’s Church in Skegness.

• On his behalf, the Vice-Chairman Councillor Edward Mossop attended the Louth Choral Society’s 'Echoes of Renaissance' Concert at St James's Church in Louth.

At this point in the Meeting, the Chairman handed over to Councillor Tom Ashton, Portfolio Holder for Finance to make a presentation to Chris Panton, Senior Planning Officer who was retiring at the end of the month after an incredible 52 years of service.

Councillor Ashton stated that Chris was held in the highest regard and thanked him for his many years of support and advice to Members and wished him well for the future.

There were no questions from the public.

Report of the Chairman of Executive Board.

The Leader of the Council referred Members to his report and also provided a verbal update on the Devolution deal.  A copy of this is attached at Appendix A to the Minutes.

Following which, questions were put forward.

South and East Community Lottery

A Member thanked the Leader for the update and financial information as the Lottery approached its first anniversary.  A request was made that a breakdown be provided on the administrative side and other components of this.  In response, the Leader stated that he was happy to provide a detailed breakdown for the next Meeting.

Social Isolation Grant

A Member commented that the social isolation grant had been very well received and asked whether these would continue in 2024 as they proved to be very useful.  In response, the Leader agreed that it was a very good scheme and would like to see it continue.  However, recognising the current financial situation would have to see what the Council could do in the future.

Future Leaders Programme

A Member commented that it was good news to see the Future Leaders Programme had been shortlisted for an LGC Workforce Award under the Category ‘Best Retention Strategy’.  It was queried whether there were any plans in place, particularly in ensuring that staff were compensated fairly for increasing fuel costs.  In response, the Leader endorsed the success of the programme and advised Members that there was an ongoing review in relation to terms and conditions of employment that would be undertaken with staff.

A Member added that it was disappointing to see that no updates had been provided in the Leader’s report on the Towns Fund projects, the recent flooding issues across the district and also the work of the Heart team.

Devolution Deal

Further to the verbal briefing delivered to Members, the following comments were made.  A copy of the briefing paper is attached at Appendix A to the Minutes.

• A Member stated that she welcomed the fact that further briefings would be held, but queried the lack of information relating to the consultation process.  Further concerns were raised by other Members in the way the questions on the consultation were worded and the impartiality of this.

• A Member considered that information sent out to parish councils from Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) was skewed and that there was no balance in any of the materials received.  Following which, it was queried whether the Council had an opposing view, or whether this was a foregone conclusion and the consultation was simply a box ticking exercise.

• It was further considered that holding the consultation over the Christmas period was a distraction and a Member asked the Leader to give assurances that the consultation would be acted upon, particularly as the views of the public were not the same opinions of LCC or other organisations taking part in it.

• A Member stated that a consultation was intended to deliver a potential outcome to any given situation and that a devolution deal would be the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 64.

To consider approval of the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership Sub-regional Strategy.

The Leader of the Council and Portfolio Holder for Corporate Affairspresented a report that sought approval for the South and East Lincolnshire Councils (SELCP) Sub-Regional Strategy.  A copy of the Strategy was attached at Appendix A to the report, pages 41 to 54 of the Agenda refer.

The background to the report was highlighted to Members, as set out at Paragraph 1, pages 34 to 35 of the Agenda refer.

Members were requested to consider approving the recommendations as the Strategy enabled the opportunity to align strategic priorities across the Councils through a single Sub-Regional Strategy which provided a Partnership platform to further realise the benefits of collaborative working.  Furthermore, the single Strategy would demonstrate to external partners the Partnership’s alignment in key areas and collective focus on addressing the issues of strategic importance to its sub-region.  This would be particularly helpful when engaging with Government and funders.

Following which the recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded.

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

• A Member commented on a lack of reference in the Strategy to priorities that may be influenced by devolution as a substantial injection of money may change the Council’s direction of travel.

• A Member further highlighted the reference to ‘Work with local communities delivering art and leisure projects in the local area in line with the objectives in the adopted cultural framework’, when in reality residents were badly affected by the cost of living crisis, struggling to buy food and living in sub-standard accommodation and considered this as a low priority due to such circumstances at the current time.

• With reference to ‘Encourage and facilitate more town centre development for housing in the district’ it was highlighted that the Council had been talking about flats over shops for many years and considered that the local priorities specific to ELDC lacked ambition.  It was further highlighted that there was no reference to ELDC prioritising delivery of good quality core services and no reference to addressing issues with vulnerable people.

In response, the Leader commented that he disagreed with the comments made and stated that looking through the Strategy for growth and prosperity, healthy lives and safe and resilient communities, the points mentioned were directly linked to those for the sub region and highlighted that the Council undertook incredible work for vulnerable residents.  The ambition for the Council was to create an economic strategy that would cover market towns and other issues raised.  This was part of a piece of work as a result of funding, put together in tiers of capacity across the three councils to deliver these projects and was significant in what it was proposing to do.

The Leader further advised Members that the funding for devolution was not directed at districts and that it went directly to the upper tiers.  However, the Council may benefit from investment in its area and was why it needed to be part of the programme to get a fair share in terms of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 65.

To consider amendments to the Capital Programme as set out in the report.

The Portfolio Holder for Finance presented a report to enable consideration of the current financial position for the Council at the end of the second quarter of 2023/24 forecasting to the year end, pages 63 to 90 of the Agenda refer.

During his introduction the Portfolio Holder for Finance highlighted that it was important to ensure the Council’s forecast financial position for 2023/24 was considered and related decisions approved and that Council was aware of the financial position of the General Fund to ensure that it could make informed decisions that were affordable and financially sustainable for the Council.

The report provided information on the forecast full year financial performance at 30 September 2023 and was detailed at Appendix A for the following areas:

• The General Fund Revenue Budget,
• The General Fund Reserves Position,
• The Capital Programme for 2023/24, and
• The Treasury Management Performance for the year.

Further detail was also provided on the General Fund Provisional Outcome, Savings Target, Internal Drainage Boards, Reserves, Capital – General Fund and Treasury Management, pages 64 to 66 of the Agenda refer.

The Portfolio Holder for Finance highlighted to Members an error in the figures under the General Fund Provisional Outturn, page 64 of the Agenda refers.  The correct figure should read £861k, not £861m.

Following which the recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded.

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward and during discussion the following queries and comments were made:

·       A Member referred to Appendix A, Section 2.2 – Revenue Budget ‘Table 1 – Vacancy Efficiency Target’ which showed an underspend of £660k, page 71 of the Agenda refers.  It was queried whether this was because vacancies had been left open or whether the Council would be employing fewer vacancy staff.

In response, the Portfolio Holder for Finance advised Members that the savings involved in vacancies were a combination of long-term vacancies plus savings in agency staff.

·       A Member referred to the property funds loan repayment that had been a real coup for the Council which highlighted how important it was to have qualified, talented and diligent staff who had worked hard to potentially save the Council millions and an acknowledgement went to the Portfolio Holder for Finance for signing this off.

In response, the Portfolio Holder for Finance asked it be noted that his thanks went to the Treasury Investment Manager and Section 151 Officer who spotted the opportunity and made it possible for the repayment of the property funds and the resulting £8m benefit to the Council.

Upon being put to the vote, it was

RESOLVED:

That the Capital Programme, to take into account the changes set out in the report at Appendix A – Table 4 which included slippage, additions and changes to the previously reported programme be amended.

N.B.  Councillors Jimmy Brookes and Billy Brookes left the Meeting at 2.59pm.

To review the Mid Term Treasury Management Update 2023/24.

The Portfolio Holder for Finance presented the Mid Term Treasury Management Update 2023/24.

Members were referred to the Treasury Management Update ended 30 September 2023 detailed at Appendix A, pages 97 to 118 of the Agenda refer.

In introducing the report, the Portfolio Holder for Finance outlined the background to the report and key figures relating to investment income detailed at Paragraphs 1 and 2, pages 92 to 93 of the Agenda refers.

The recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

·       A Member offered her congratulations on the Council achieving high end investments by investing money sensibly.

·       A Member commented that the list of financial institutions was impeccable, page 110 of the Agenda refers, however queried whether the Council would give consideration to the ethical standing of these when it came to placing finance with them wherever possible.

In response, the Portfolio Holder for Finance passed on his thanks for the supportive comments received.  In relation to the financial institutions, it was highlighted that the Council looked very carefully into this and the investment policy did take into the ethics of the organisations and was very cautious in this respect.

Upon being put to the vote, it was

RESOLVED

That the contents of the report attached at Appendix A be received and reviewed.

To seek approval for the Risk Management Framework.

The Portfolio Holder for Finance presented the Risk Management Framework report, pages 119 to 142 of the Agenda refers.

The report brought forward a Partnership-wide Risk Management Framework to ensure a consistent approach across the three Councils.  This was based on good practice and feedback from internal audit.  Members noted that it had been reported to Audit & Governance Committee and Executive Board.

The recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

·       A Member highlighted that the report was clear, was reviewed on a regular basis and acknowledged the excellent advice that had been received from the Internal Audit Manager at Assurance Lincolnshire.

·       A Member commented that the report provided a good summary of where the Council was and stated that Councils needed to take risks.  It was also acknowledged that the Council would be receiving less money into the future, however whilst being careful must not obsess over every risk and it was important how this was managed.  Considering forthcoming changes, it was highlighted that the risk scores would need to be reviewed in the near future.

No further comments or questions were received.

Upon being put to the vote, it was

RESOLVED

That the Risk Management Framework at Appendix A be approved, with delegation to the Assistant Director – Governance to make any small amendments to the Framework in future in consultation with the Portfolio Holder.

To consider the amendments to the Review of Licensing Act 2003 Policy.

The Portfolio Holder for Finance presented the Review of Licensing Act 2003 Policy report, pages 143 to 240 of the Agenda refers.

The report considered amendments to this Authority’s Licensing Policy Statement (alcohol, regulated entertainment and late-night refreshment) in line with the legal requirement to keep the policy under regular review.  The proposed amendments to the current policy were included at Appendix A of the Report.  A complete copy of the proposed revised policy document, which was recommended to Council for adoption was attached at Appendix B of the report.

The recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

·       A Member queried how the policy dovetailed into Lincolnshire County Council’s (LCC) Pavement Licences and how they worked in conjunction with each other.  In response, the Portfolio Holder for Finance advised that this question would have to be put to LCC.

·       A Member commented that the Authority’s Licensing Policy Statement was a very important document which had to be amended as modern-day issues were highlighted and was sure that the proposals would be endorsed by the Council’s Licensing Committee.

No further comments or questions were received.

Upon being put to the vote, it was

RESOLVED

That the revised Statement of Licensing Policy (for alcohol, regulated entertainment and late-night refreshment licensing) shown at Appendix B of this Report be adopted by Council.  The revised policy to come into effect on 02 January 2024.

To consider the proposals of future polling districts and polling places following the compulsory review of polling arrangements.

The Leader of the Council and Portfolio Holder for Corporate Affairs presented Members with the Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places report, pages 241 to 292 of the Agenda refers.

The report set out proposals for polling districts and polling places following a review as required by the Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013.

Members were referred to the background detail of the report at Paragraph 1, page 242 of the Agenda refers.

The recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

·       A Member highlighted an error at Paragraph 2.7, page 243 on the Agenda.  At subsection 2.7.6 this should read Louth St. James Ward, not St Mary’s.  The Chief Executive clarified that the recommendations referred to the polling districts and stations as set out at Appendix A which were correct, therefore no amendment was required.

·       A Member stated that she had put forward comments in relation to Mablethorpe, Sutton on Sea and Trusthorpe, however could not see these detailed in the report.

·       A Member commented that he was pleased to see there had been a good response, however highlighted that the response he had provided in the consultation had been misunderstood by the Acting Returning Officer, page 270 of the Agenda refers.  It was clarified that the request was not asking for the parish boundaries to be realigned but for a polling place to be provided in Louth Town Centre so that the residents in Keddington Ward did not have to travel to Alvingham.  It was requested for the Acting Returning Officer to consider creating an additional polling station, or whether an existing polling station could be used for two sets of voting.

·       A Member commented that she did not consider a public house to be a suitable venue for a polling station.

In response to the comments made, the Chief Executive as Returning Officer advised Members that the report set out a statutory periodic review of polling stations which was required to come to Council.  Members were referred to Recommendation 4 which reconfirmed the delegation to the (Acting) Returning Officer in consultation with the relevant Ward Members to approve any further amendments to polling places where necessary, therefore any amendments would be considered in advance of any future elections.

·       In response to a query in relation to the consultation process, the Chief Executive confirmed that this was undertaken with Ward Members.  In excess of this, there had also been public consultation and it was confirmed that responses had been received from Louth Town Council.

No further comments or questions were received.

Upon being put to the vote, it was

RESOLVED

1.    That the schedule of polling districts and polling places as listed at Appendix A to this report be approved.

2.    That the revisions to polling district boundaries for Woodhall Spa Parish and St Clements Parish Wards as attached at Appendix E and H to this report be approved.

3.    That the revised polling district reference numbers attached at  ...  view the full minutes text for item 70.

To consider excluding the public and press for the items listed below and if appropriate the Chairman to move:-

That under Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972, the press and public be excluded from the Meeting for the following item on the grounds that, if they were present, there could be disclosed to them exempt information as defined in paragraph(s) 1, 2, 3 and 4 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A of the Act (as amended).

·       Item 4 Exempt Minutes of the Council Meeting (paragraphs 1, 3 & 4)

·       Item 15 Exempt Minutes of the Audit and Governance Committee (paragraphs 1 & 2)

·       Item 21 Horncastle Industrial Estate Report (paragraph 3)

RESOLVED:

That under Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972, the press and public be excluded from the Meeting for the following item on the grounds that, if they were present, there could be disclosed to them exempt information as defined in paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A of the Act (as amended).

N.B.  Councillors Tom Ashton, Wendy Bowkett, Colin Davie, William Gray, Alex Hall, Daniel McNally and Carl Macey left the Meeting at 3.51pm.

To consider an exempt report.

An exempt report was presented.

RESOLVED

That the Recommendation as set out in the Exempt Minute be approved.

It was Proposed and Seconded that the Meeting moved back into Open Session.

N.B.  Councillors Tom Ashton, Wendy Bowkett, Colin Davie, William Gray, Alex Hall, Daniel McNally and Carl Macey re-joined the Meeting at 4.03pm.

To review the Minutes of Audit and Governance Committee as follows:

·       Open and Exempt Minutes of the Meeting held on 27 September 2023 (Approved)

·       Open Minutes of the Meeting held on 22 November 2023 (Draft).

Members received the draft Minutes of the Audit and Governance Committee held on 22 November 2023 for noting.

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

Councillor Stef Bristow asked that her name be amended on the draft Minutes from ‘Steph’ to ‘Stef’, page 313 of the Agenda refers.

RESOLVED

That the Minutes of the Audit and Governance Committee held on 22 November 2023 be noted.

To note the Annual Audit and Governance Committee report following review by the Audit and Governance Committee.

Members received the Audit and Governance Committee Annual Report 2022/23 from Councillor Ros Jackson, Chairman of the Audit and Governance Committee, pages 331 to 342 of the Agenda refer.

Councillor Jackson asked that her thanks be passed to the previous Chairman, Councillor Will Grover and former Committee Members for their contributions to the work undertaken by Committee.

Members were referred to the meetings and summary of work during 2022/23, page 339 of the Agenda refers and the volume of Internal Audit work undertaken, with 16 internal audit reviews completed and 117 recommendations made.

Members noted the delayed reports from the external auditors and were informed that KPMG would be replacing Mazars LLP with effect from the 2023/24 financial accounting year.

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.

·       The Leader of the Council asked that his thanks be noted for the work undertaken by both current and former members of the Committee.  It was highlighted that audit and governance was very important to the Council and had good support from officers.

·       The Vice-Chairman stated that the inclusion of two independent co-opted Members provided an invaluable dimension to the Committee and hoped to see in the near future that this role be remunerated.

RESOLVED:

That the Audit and Governance Committee Annual Report 2022/23 be noted.

To receive a recommendation to amend the Council’s Constitution.

Members received a report from the Assistant Director, Governance and Monitoring Officer to consider a recommendation from the Audit and Governance Committee to amend the Constitution, pages 343 to 348 of the Agenda refer.

Presenting the report, the Chairman of Audit and Governance Committee informed Members that the report highlighted recent work undertaken by the Constitution Working Party and a subsequent recommendation from the Audit and Governance Committee to Council that the Constitution be amended to remove Area Forums and references to them.

Following which the recommendation was duly Proposed and Seconded.

Members were invited to put their comments and questions forward.  None were received.

Upon being put to the vote, it was

RESOLVED

That the Constitution be amended to remove Area Forums and references to them.

To receive Motions on Notice under Council Procedure Rule 12.

Motion 1:

Proposed by Councillor Jill Makinson-Sanders

Seconded by Councillor Ru Yarsley

We propose that as a forward looking council with ambition, we should resolve to establish a small new department serving the Partnership to develop a road map to take advantage of all AI can offer to assist us in enhancing services and reducing costs.

Motion 2:

Proposed by Councillor Travis Hesketh

Seconded by Councillor Robert Watson

Development of the Theddlethorpe Gas Terminal Site

Theddlethorpe Gas Terminal (TGT) operated from 1972 to 2018. It  consists of 70 Acres of industrialised land comprising hardstanding, public footpaths, roads and services which were occupied by ConocoPhillips and National Grid. The site is owned by National Grid. An extended area includes farmland, commercial and residential properties. The site has and is being cleared of industrial equipment and infrastructure. Remediation included in the decommissioning plan required restoration to agricultural land. It is directly adjacent to the Kings Nature Reserve, Seal sanctuary and holiday camps. It is served by the A1031.

Motion:

We strongly urge ELDC to take the following actions:

·       Carry out a public consultation to shape the vision for the TGT site. To be completed within the next 6 months. The site is in the Withern and Theddlethorpe ward and directly adjacent to Mablethorpe. The consultation should, therefore, include these wards. This consultation is to gauge the sentiment of the local residents toward the uses for the site.

·       Design and synchronise this consultation exercise to maximise public participation and minimise costs. Use multiple tactics to solicit input. This approach will ensure that as many residents as possible can have their voices heard on this critical matter.

·       Present the consultation plan to the elected councillors.

·       Analyse and provide raw data and a public report on the outcome. Commit to respecting the outcome of the consultation as an essential reflection of the community's wishes and sentiments.

·       With a vision for the area confirmed ELDC will be able to turn the vision into detailed proposals prior to a further consultation.

By adopting this motion, East Lindsey District Council reaffirms its commitment to upholding the principles of democracy, transparency, and accountability, as well as its responsibility to protect the interests of its constituents and the efficient use of public resources.

References:

https://theddlethorpe.parish.lincolnshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/111/national-grid-presentation-01-dec-2022

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5c52fd0740f0b6255dabf3e7/VDP2.pdf

https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6874602

Planning requirement to return to agriculture

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10158587086739387&set=g.551685696182592

Motion 3:

Proposed by Councillor Travis Hesketh

Seconded by Councillor Robert Watson

Understanding if Withern and Theddlethorpe and Mablethorpe (the Search Area) Are Willing Participants in the GDF project.

Background:

This council acknowledges the potential impact that the proposed nuclear waste Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) has on the local communities of Withern, Theddlethorpe, and Mablethorpe. This impact extends beyond the local residents to businesses, tourism, East Lindsey District Council (ELDC), and Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) resources, as well as the financial burden on taxpayers.

Furthermore, this council appreciates the commitment of ELDC and LCC to establish a Test of Public Opinion in  ...  view the full agenda text for item 76.

The following Motions were received in accordance with Council Procedure Rule 12:

Motion 1

Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in relation to enhancing services and reducing costs

‘We propose that as a forward-looking council with ambition, we should resolve to establish a small new department serving the Partnership to develop a road map to take advantage of all AI can offer to assist us in enhancing services and reducing costs’.

Proposer: Cllr Jill Makinson-Sanders

Seconder: Cllr Ru Yarsley

In her introduction, Councillor Makinson-Sanders explained that she had since spoken to the Leader of the Council who had suggested that meetings be held across the Partnership in early 2024 to look at what benefits AI could provide, with a view to looking to take this forward.

In response, the Leader stated that AI was a subject that needed to be understood fully and that it needed to be considered across the Partnership.

RESOLVED

That the Motion be withdrawn.

Motion 2

Development of the Theddlethorpe Gas Terminal Site

‘Theddlethorpe Gas Terminal (TGT) operated from 1972 to 2018. It consists of 70 Acres of industrialised land comprising hardstanding, public footpaths, roads and services which were occupied by ConocoPhillips and National Grid. The site is owned by National Grid. An extended area includes farmland, commercial and residential properties. The site has and is being cleared of industrial equipment and infrastructure. Remediation included in the decommissioning plan required restoration to agricultural land. It is directly adjacent to the Kings Nature Reserve, Seal sanctuary and holiday camps. It is served by the A1031.

We strongly urge ELDC to take the following actions:

·       Carry out a public consultation to shape the vision for the TGT site. To be completed within the next 6 months. The site is in the Withern and Theddlethorpe ward and directly adjacent to Mablethorpe. The consultation should, therefore, include these wards. This consultation is to gauge the sentiment of the local residents toward the uses for the site.

·       Design and synchronise this consultation exercise to maximise public participation and minimise costs. Use multiple tactics to solicit input. This approach will ensure that as many residents as possible can have their voices heard on this critical matter.

·       Present the consultation plan to the elected councillors.

·       Analyse and provide raw data and a public report on the outcome. Commit to respecting the outcome of the consultation as an essential reflection of the community's wishes and sentiments.

·       With a vision for the area confirmed ELDC will be able to turn the vision into detailed proposals prior to a further consultation.

By adopting this motion, East Lindsey District Council reaffirms its commitment to upholding the principles of democracy, transparency, and accountability, as well as its responsibility to protect the interests of its constituents and the efficient use of public resources’.

Proposer: Cllr Travis Hesketh

Seconder: Cllr Robert Watson

In his introduction, Councillor Hesketh explained that further to advice from the Legal Manager, he wished to make two changes to the Motion as follows:

·       In relation to the wording,  ...  view the full minutes text for item 76.

The programmed date for the next Meeting of the Council will be 28 February 2024 at 2.00pm.

The programmed date for the next Meeting of the Council was noted as Wednesday 28 February 2024, commencing at 2.00pm.

The Chairman wished everyone a Happy Christmas and Healthy New Year.