Members of the Council are asked to consider whether they have any disclosable pecuniary interests and/or any other relevant interest, in connection with any matter to be debated or determined at this meeting and, if so, to declare it and state the nature of such interest.

Members of the Council were asked to consider whether they had any disclosable pecuniary interests and/or any other relevant interest, in connection with any matter to be debated or determined at this meeting and, if so, to declare it and state the nature of such interest.

By virtue of their being Board Members of Magenta Living, Councillors Steve Foulkes, Jeff Green, Denise Roberts and Stuart Whittingham declared a personal interest in agenda item 12 – ‘Vacancies’ (see minute 82 post).

Councillors Geoffrey Watt, Cherry Povall, Steve Williams declared a personal and prejudicial interest in agenda item 11 (iv) – ‘Notices of Motion – Selective Licensing Scheme’ (see minute 85 post) by virtue of them being private landlords.

Councillor Irene Williams declared a prejudicial interest in agenda item 11 (iv) – ‘Notices of Motion – Selective Licensing Scheme’ (see minute 85 post) by virtue of her employment.

Councillor Andrew Hodson declared a prejudicial interest in agenda item agenda item 12 – ‘Vacancies’ (see minute 82 post) by virtue of his business involvement with Magenta Homes

By virtue of their membership of the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority, Councillors Lesley Rennie, Denise Roberts, Steve Niblock and Jean Stapleton declared a personal interest in Notices of Motion 2 and 3 (see minutes 83 and 84 post) ‘No Fire Station in the Centre of Greasby’ and ‘Government’s Fire and Rescue Service Cuts’.

To receive the Mayor's announcements and any apologies for absence.

The Mayor noted that apologies were received from Councillors Bruce Berry, Chris Carubia and Pat Williams.

To receive petitions submitted in accordance with Standing Order 21.

In accordance with Standing Order 21, the Mayor received petitions submitted by –

Councillor Mike Sullivan on behalf of 86 signatories objecting to the granting of a late licence to the Texaco Garage, Pensby Road.

Councillor Geoffrey Watt on behalf of 26 signatories supporting the proposed safety pavement at entrance gates Calday Grammar School

Councillor Tom Anderson on behalf of a further 2816 signatories objecting to any proposed fire station in Greasby Village.

Resolved – That the petitions be noted and referred to the appropriate Chief Officer in accordance with Standing Order 34.

To deal with questions from members of the public, in accordance with Appendix 1 to Standing Orders.

Mr J Brace, having given the appropriate notice in accordance with Standing Order 11, submitted a question on the BIG (Business Investment Grant) and ISUS (Intensive Startup Scheme) and the Special Audit and Risk Management Committee meeting of the 8th October 2014

Councillor Jim Crabtree (Chair of the Audit and Risk Management Committee) responded accordingly.

To approve the accuracy of the minutes of the meeting of the Council held on 20 October, 2014.

The minutes of the Council meeting held on 20 October, 2014 had been circulated to Members and subject to the amendment of minute 35 with reference to Councillor Muspratt’s Declaration of Interest to read ‘a serving member of the Armed Forces’, it was –

Resolved – That the minutes be approved and adopted as a correct record.

To receive the written reports of the Leader, Cabinet Members and Chairs of the Policy and Performance Committees and receive questions and answers on any of those reports in accordance with Standing Orders 10(2)(a) and 11.

The Leader of the Council presented his summary report upon matters relevant to his portfolio. He responded to questions from Councillors Jeff Green, Chris Blakeley, Leah Fraser and made a number of comments including –

·  A sensible and pragmatic decision was made to halt the senior management structure until the new Chief executive was appointed. Proposals for the senior management structure would be included as part of the budget resolution to be presented to Cabinet.

·  He was not in principle in favour of a directly Elected Mayor for the City Region and believed that the Region currently had the best model with the Leaders of each Authority; if this was to change the people of Wirral should decide by holding a referendum. He was keen to meet with the Chancellor of the Exchequer to see what could be negotiated and had written to him but was yet to receive a reply.

·  He welcomed the money given by Secretary of State for the pilot project to improve health and employment opportunities, but stated that the Government had cut over £150m from the Council and introduced the Bedroom Tax.

Questions were then invited for Councillor Ann McLachlan on her Governance, Commissioning and Improvement Portfolio report. Her responses to a question from Councillor Jerry Williams included the following comment –

·  The Transparency code was introduced by Government to ensure that all Council’s were open and transparent in relation to the information they produced and the decision they made. Officers were currently working on this to ensure that all Council’s information was open to public as required by the Code.

At this point the Mayor reminded all Members that it was not polite to use electronic devices whilst Members were addressing the Council.

Questions were then invited for Councillor George Davies on the Neighbourhoods, Housing and Engagement Portfolio report. His response to a question from Councillor Phil Gilchrist included the following comment –

·  In respect of proposed plans for the Acre Lane site, a written response would be provided as to the plans to include social housing.

Questions were then invited for Councillor Pat Hackett on his Economy Portfolio report. His responses to questions from Councillors Rob Gregson and Dave Mitchell included the following comments –

·  There were a number of recent developments, including Wirral Waters; new college in Tower Road by September 2015; a Skills and Enterprise Centre; development in Tower Wharf and the Birkenhead Town Centre Plan which was a priority for this Council.

·  In respect of proposed plans for the regeneration of Birkenhead Town Centre, discussions were still ongoing with Neptune Developments. A full consultation would take place in due course, including exhibitions and surveys.

Questions were then invited for Councillor Adrian Jones on his Support Services Portfolio report. His responses to questions from Councillors Pat Cleary, Matt Daniel and Jeff Green included the following comments –

·  The roll-out of Office 10 had started and had been the preferred package as it was felt that this compared to other packages  ...  view the full minutes text for item 71.

To consider any recommendations of the Leader, Cabinet, Cabinet Member and Committees which require the approval of the Council. (The minutes for items A, B and C will be included in a supplement).

Amendments submitted in respect of items 7a and 7e are attached to the supplement.

In accordance with Standing Order 5(2), five matters were submitted for approval by the Council (see minutes 73 to 77 post).

A copy of the report, ‘Corporate Plan 2015-2016’ (which includes the future financial position), considered by Cabinet at its meeting on 27 November, is attached. The Council will be invited to consider and approve the recommendations from Cabinet. The Cabinet minute is attached.

The first matter requiring approval was in relation to the Corporate Plan and the recommendations of Cabinet at its meeting 27 November 2014 (minute 99 refers).

An amendment was moved by Councillor Phil Gilchrist and seconded by Councillor Dave Mitchell –

Council notes the sense of excitement and progress that the corporate plan intends to convey.

Council believes that this will be undermined if the controlling Labour Cabinet fails to pay due regard to the recent budget consultation.

Since the plan talks about ‘ensuring that our vision, priorities and spending decisions are based on sound evidence, thorough analysis and understanding of community needs’ there are a number of areas where the Cabinet needs to match such sentiments with its actions.

Therefore these policy areas will lead to public confusion and cynicism if the

Cabinet’s future actions fall short of the hopes expressed.

• The plan says “pupils should have access to a safe, healthy school environment”

but will this be the case if there are insufficient crossing patrols to achieve this.

• The plan says it will “ensure residents have access to green and open spaces” but will this be ensured if residents are deterred by parking charges at the country parks.

• The plan says it will “achieve warmer and safer homes” but will this be achieved if the Cabinet, as in recent months, cuts the Public Health budget for healthy homes.

• The plan says it will “build on the assets already in our communities” but the

assets will be reduced in our communities if the Cabinet does not respond to

public concern about library opening times and youth and play facilities.

• The plan says it is “empowering” local residents “in their communities” but the Cabinet will not have built up community resilience if reductions in the availability of grit and grit bins are brought in.

• This latest plan also states…

‘It is of the utmost importance that we safeguard our vulnerable people and

deliver our services with empathy at all times’. The decision on the future of the Lyndale School, currently awaited, will be a litmus test or touchstone of this statement and a test of whether ‘sound evidence’ and ‘thorough analysis’ is being applied in practice.

Council therefore is not in a position to endorse the plan until it is clear that the laudable sentiments of the plan are adhered to and demonstrated in practice, particularly by the Cabinet.

Following a debate and Councillor Phil Davies having replied, the amendment proposed by Councillor Gilchrist was put and lost (24:37) (Two abstentions).

The motion was put and carried (37:25) (One abstention)

Resolved (37:25) (One abstention) – That the recommendations contained within Cabinet minute 99 be approved.

A copy of the report ‘Transitional Pay Policy’, considered by Cabinet at its meeting on 27 November is attached. The Council will be invited to consider and approve the recommendations from Cabinet. The Cabinet minute is attached.

The second matter requiring approval was in relation to the Transitional Pay Policy and the recommendations of Cabinet at its meeting 27 November 2014 (minute 101 refers).

On a motion by Councillor P Davies, seconded by Councillor Ann McLachlan, it was –

Resolved (62:0) (One abstention) – That the recommendations contained within Cabinet minute 101, be approved.

A copy of the report, ‘Proposed Merger of the Wirral and Liverpool Coroner Areas and Coroner Services’ (including the Business Case), considered by Cabinet at its meeting on 27 November, is attached. The Council will be invited to consider and endorse the recommendations from Cabinet. The Cabinet minute is attached.

The third matter requiring approval was in relation to the Proposed Merger of the Wirral and Liverpool Coroner Areas and Coroner Services and the recommendations of Cabinet at its meeting 27 November 2014 (minute 100 refers).

On a motion by Councillor P Davies seconded by Councillor Ann McLachlan, it was –

Resolved (61:0) (Two abstentions) – That the recommendations contained within Cabinet minute 100, be approved.

Cabinet – 6 November, 2014

Minute 91 - Car Parking Scrutiny Review

The Council is requested to agree the recommendations contained in part (2) of the resolution, as follows:

That

(i).  from Tuesday, 9 December until the end of December 2014 the Council cuts the cost of parking in Council owned car parks by introducing free parking after 3pm;

(ii).  on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day the Council provide free all day parking in Council owned car parks; and

(iii).  officers be instructed to evaluate any change in usage in Council owned car parks over the time periods set out in (a) and (b) above, compared to previous years.

The fourth matter requiring approval was in relation to the Car Parking Scrutiny Review the recommendations of Cabinet at its meeting 6 November 2014 (minute 91 refers).

On a motion by Councillor P Davies, seconded by Councillor Ann McLachlan, it was –

Resolved (61:1) (One abstention) – That the recommendations contained within Cabinet minute 91, be approved.

Employment and Appointments Panels – 24 November 2014

Minutes of both Panels are attached.

The Council is requested to agree the recommendations contained in parts (1), (4) and (5) of the resolution of minute 3 of the Panel for the Chief Executive appointment, as follows:

(1)  Wirral Council is the ninth largest metropolitan authority in the country. The current salary of the Chief Executive is not sufficiently competitive given the size and scope of the authority.

Given the external advice from the Local Government Association and Penna Plc, acting recruitment consultants, this Panel recommends to Council, at its meeting on 8 December 2014, that:

(i).  the salary range for the Chief Executive be agreed between  £155,000 - £175,000 per annum; and

(ii).the final salary for the Chief Executive be agreed (within the salary range) by the Employment and Appointments Panel as part of the recruitment process.

(4)  That this Panel recommends to Council at its meeting on 8 December 2014 that David Armstrong be appointed to the position of Acting Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service, with effect from 1 January 2015 until the newly appointed Chief Executive takes up the position, and as Deputy Chief Executive from 8 December to 31 December, 2014.

(5)  That this Panel recommends to Council at its meeting on 8 December 2014, the appointment of Surjit Tour, Head of Legal and Member Services, as Returning Officer and Electoral Registration Officer, and that Joe Blott, Strategic Director: Transformation and Resources is appointed as Deputy Returning Officer and Electoral Registration Officer, both effective from 1 January 2015 until the newly appointed Chief Executive takes up the position.

The Council is further requested to agree the recommendations contained in part (2) of the resolution of minute 3 of the Panel which considered the Director of Resources appointment, as follows:

(2)  That this Panel recommends to Council at its meeting on 8 December 2014 that:

(i).  Tom Sault, Head of Financial Services, be appointed as Acting Section 151 Officer, and Jenny Spick, Finance Manager, as Deputy Acting Section 151 Officer.

(ii).Mike Zammit, Chief Information Officer, be appointed as Acting Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO).

The fifth matter requiring approval was in relation to the Employment and Appointments Panels and the recommendations at its meeting 24 November 2014 (minute 3 refers).

In relation to Part (1) of the resolution – Employment and Appointments Panel (Chief Executive). Two amendments which had been circulated in advance of the meeting were submitted in accordance with Standing Order 12(1) and (9). It was moved, as follows

Prior to first amendment being introduced Councillor P Gilchrist indicated that the seconder Councillor Chris Carubia had tendered his apologies to the meeting therefore proposed that Councillor Dave Mitchell under Standing Order 7(3) be allowed to second this amendment.

First amendment –

Proposed by Councillor Phil Gilchrist

Seconded by Councillor Dave Mitchell 

“Delete section 1 and replace it with…

Council notes

A)  the detailed comparisons made with other authorities and

B)  the external advice provided by representatives of the Local Government Association and Penna.

Council considers, however,

i) that the work of the Chief Executive in Wirral is supported by a series of Strategic Directors

ii) comparisons made with other authorities should look at the period and the financial  climate in which their  Chief Executives took up their posts

iii) the salary of the Chief Executive should not be more than ten times that of the lowest grade employee

iv) increasing the salary of the Chief Executive at a time when officers are being re-organised and evaluated is inappropriate

v)  increasing the salary to the level proposed sends the wrong message to the workforce and taxpayers.

vi. An in depth performance appraisal of the successful applicant will be undertaken after one year’s employment with a view to determining whether the salary should be enhanced.

In the light of these considerations the proposed salary should be advertised at the present level”

Second amendment -

Proposed by Councillor Jeff Green

Seconded by Councillor Lesley Rennie

“Amend paragraph (1) as follows:

First paragraph:

Delete “The current salary of the Chief Executive is not sufficiently competitive given the size and scope of the authority” from the first paragraph so as to only leave ‘Wirral Council is the ninth largest metropolitan authority in the country.’

Second paragraph

This paragraph be revised to read as follows:

The Council notes the external advice from the Local Government Association

and Penna Plc, acting recruitment consultants, and the Panel’s recommendations with regards to the salary range (£155,000 - £175,000 per annum) and final determination, of the Chief Executive’s salary.

However, Council believes that it is incumbent on councillors of all parties to demonstrate the clear understanding that every pound the Council spends on itself is a pound less it can spend on services for Wirral residents and believes a salary of £175,000 (plus on costs) taking it over £200,000 per annum is unacceptable.

Council is concerned that, at the same time it is being asked to put in place increased transitional pay arrangements for staff who are facing huge salary cuts, Labour councillors appear determined to spend £1 million  ...  view the full minutes text for item 77.

The following matters, determined by the Cabinet, are drawn to the Council’s attention in accordance with the Constitution (copies of the related reports can be provided for Council members on request).

Cabinet – 9 October, 2014

Minute 61 – Financial Monitoring 2014/15 (Month 5) - Revenue

Minute 62 – Financial Monitoring 2014/15 (Month 5) - Capital

Cabinet – 6 November, 2014

Minute 79 – Financial Monitoring 2014/15 (Month 6) - Revenue

Minute 80 – Financial Monitoring 2014/15 (Month 6) - Capital

Minute 92 – Youth Employment Gateway (Youth Contract Underspend) (Reason – waiving of call-in)

On a motion by Councillor Phil Davies and seconded by Councillor Ann McLachlan, it was –

Resolved – That the following matters be noted -

Minute 61 (Cabinet – 9 October 2014) – Financial Monitoring 2014/2015 (Month 5) – Revenue.

Minute 62 (Cabinet – 9 October 2014) – Financial Monitoring 2014/2015 (Month 5) – Capital.

Minute 79 (Cabinet – 6 November 2014) – Financial Monitoring 2014/2015 (Month 6) – Revenue.

Minute 80 (Cabinet – 6 November 2014) – Financial Monitoring 2014/2015 (Month 6) – Capital.

Minute 92 (Cabinet – 6 November 2014) – Youth Employment Gateway (Youth Contract Underspend) (Reason – waiving of call-in).

To consider Members’ general questions to the Mayor, Cabinet Member or Committee Chair in accordance with Standing Orders 10 (2)(b) and 11.

Councillor Phil Gilchrist, having given the appropriate notice in accordance with Standing Order 10(2) (b), submitted a question addressed to Councillor Phil Davies (Leader of the Council), in respect of working relationships with Cheshire West and Chester Council

Councillor Phil Davies responded accordingly.

To consider and determine any references from the Policy and Performance Committees.

The Council is advised that the Notice of Motion, ‘'Becoming a Dementia-Friendly Council’, referred from Council at its meeting on 14 July, 2014 (minute 17 refers) was considered by the Families and Wellbeing Policy and Performance Committee at its meeting on 9 September, 2014 (minute 16 is attached).

In accordance with Standing Order 7 (5) the Council is asked to consider the following recommendation of the Regeneration and Environment Policy and Performance Committee:

Resolved: That

(1)  the Council be advised that the Families and Wellbeing Policy and Performance Committee fully supports the Notice of Motion in relation to Becoming a Dementia Friendly Council; and

(2)  the Chief Executive be requested to implement a training programme for all staff and elected members.

A matter had been referred to the Council by the Families and Wellbeing Policy and Performance Committee, in accordance with Standing Order 7(5) (see minute 81 post).

At the meeting of the Council held on 14 July 2014 (minute 17 refers) the Mayor had referred a Notice of Motion ‘Becoming a Dementia Friendly Council’ to the Families and Wellbeing Policy and Performance Committee. The motion was duly considered at the meeting of the Committee on 9 September 2014 (minute 15 refers).

In accordance with Standing Order 7 (5) the Council was invited to consider the recommendation of the Families and Wellbeing Policy and Performance Committee which advised that –

The Notice of Motion be supported and the Council be advised accordingly.

On a Motion by Councillor Moira McLaughlin, seconded by Councillor Phil Davies, it was

Resolved – That the Motion be agreed as follows:

(1)  the Council be advised that the Families and Wellbeing Policy and Performance Committee fully supports the Notice of Motion in relation to Becoming a Dementia Friendly Council; and

(2)  the Chief Executive be requested to implement a training programme for all staff and elected members.

Notices of motion submitted in accordance with Standing Order 7(1), are attached. They are listed in the order received, and the full text of each motion is attached. The Mayor, having considered each motion, in accordance with Standing Order 7(4) has decided that they will be dealt with as follows:

(i).  The Corporate Plan’s Ideals in Practice

The Civic Mayor to refer to the Cabinet

(ii).  No Fire Station in the Centre of Greasby

(iii).  Government’s Fire and Rescue Service Cuts

  To be debated

(iv).  Selective Licensing Scheme

  To be debated

Notices of Motion submitted in accordance with Standing Order 7(1) were reported to the Council. The Mayor having considered each motion, in accordance with Standing Order 7(4) had decided that they would be dealt with as follows:

(i).  No Fire Station in the Centre of Greasby

To be debated

(ii).  Government’s Fire and Rescue Service Cuts

To be debated

(iii).  Selective Licensing

  To be debated

(iv).  The Corporate Plan’s Ideals in Practice

  To be referred to the Cabinet.

In accordance with Standing Order 12(2) the Mayor suggested that as motions (i) and (ii) were of similar subjects, both motions be dealt with together.

This was duly moved by Councillor P Davies, seconded by Councillor Jeff Green and agreed. That the motions (i) and (ii) be dealt with in one debate but with separate votes on each.

Proposed by Councillor Tom Anderson

Seconded by Councillor Wendy Clements

This Council welcomes the result of the Scottish referendum and is pleased that the people of Scotland voted to stay within the United Kingdom.

Council notes that the coalition government has agreed to produce legislation by January 2015 to devolve additional powers and responsibilities to Scotland and the other constituent parts of the United Kingdom.

Council supports the principle that decisions on the needs of Wirral and the Liverpool City Region are best made by locally elected members rather than ministers and civil servants in Whitehall.

Council therefore believes that a key part of the proposed legislation should include measures to devolve more powers and funding from Whitehall to City Regions and local authorities in England.

Council urges the government to refuse to pander to right-wing Tory backbenchers who wish to use the result of the Scottish referendum for party political advantage.

Council therefore agrees to lobby the government for greater devolution to Wirral Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and to write to the four Wirral MPs to request them to support this stance.

Two amendments which had been circulated in advance of the meeting were submitted in accordance with Standing Order 12(1) and (9), as follows:

First amendment -

Proposed by Councillor Geoffrey Watt

Seconded by Councillor Adam Sykes

To the existing first paragraph add: ‘Council notes the Prime Minister’s determination to meet the commitments made by the leaders of the three main parties at Westminster through the ‘Better Together’ campaign’.

To the existing second paragraph add: ‘on the basis of fairness’.

From the existing third paragraph delete: ‘the Liverpool City Region’ and replace with ‘neighbouring authorities’.

From the existing fourth paragraph delete: ‘City Regions and’.

Delete the entire fifth paragraph and replace with: ‘Council welcomes the enthusiasm expressed by the Rt. Hon. George Osborne MP, Conservative Chancellor of the Exchequer, for a Northern Powerhouse and looks forward to Wirral playing a full part in such an initiative’.

From the sixth paragraph delete: ‘the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority’ and replace with ‘neighbouring authorities’.

Second amendment -

Proposed by Councillor Phil Gilchrist

Seconded by Councillor Dave Mitchell

Add:

Council recognises that both the LGA (in its document ‘Investing in our Nation’s future’)  and the ‘Core Cities‘ group look forward to devolution of funding associated with the work programme, with the  commissioning of investment in apprenticeships, training and other funds being brought  together in ‘Place based settlements’.

Council notes that these steps would remove the responsibility of running this funding from the Civil Service and take control of that funding from central Government.

In achieving democratic control over and accountability for these potential funding streams:

a.  the open nature of the Combined Authority and its decision making must be assured;

b.  the ability of councillors and constituents to develop policy and properly influence the direction of  spending should be enshrined;

c.  any funding, duties and responsibilities should be democratically  accountable and not fall into the hands of  ...  view the full agenda text for item 83.

Proposed by Councillor Tom Anderson

Seconded by Councillor Wendy Clements

Council acknowledges the overwhelming public opposition to a fire station on the site of Greasby Library.

Council notes that this concern relates to the specific site, not to the policy of merging of fire stations.

Council impresses upon Cabinet: 

(1)  not to gift, sell, lease the land concerned at the centre of Greasby, because of  the value it has for the community; and

(2)  to ask officers to work co-operatively with Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service in identifying and facilitating a more suitable site for operational purposes and to maintain the amenity of the local people.

Following an intervention from the Mayor, the Head of Legal and Member Services advised the Council that the issues raised by Councillor Anderson in his address did not give rise to any particular issues for members of the Planning Committee.

Following a combined debate and Councillor Tom Anderson having waived his right to reply, the motion was put and carried (60:1) (one abstention).

Proposed by Councillor Phil Davies

Seconded by Councillor Adrian Jones

Council welcomes the announcement by the Leader of the Council to withdraw the Council-owned land in the centre of Greasby from consideration for a new fire station.

Given the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority’s obligation to maximise the protection of lives, and of property, it is inevitable that the location of Fire Stations may, from time to time, conflict with local preferences particularly where such structures may detract from the established scenic value of the MFRA’s preferred locations.

The Government’s devastating and unfair cuts to MFRA’s budget have resulted in the unavoidable need to cut the number of Fire Stations in Wirral. The Fire and Rescue Authority’s preferred location of a single Fire Station on a site in the centre of Greasby was based on its assessment of life saving response times. However, this would result in the loss of a much loved local green space.

The Council is asked to continue to work with the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority to identify an alternative site in the greater Greasby area.

Following a combined debate and Councillor Phil Davies having replied, the motion was put and carried (41:20) (One abstention) 

Resolved (41:20) (One abstention) – That the Motion be approved.

Councillor Bill Davies suggested that Standing Order 9 be suspended to allow debates on the final motion referred for debate. It was agreed that Standing Order 9 be suspended.

Proposed by Councillor George Davies

Seconded by Councillor Bernie Mooney

Council welcomes the introduction of Selective Licensing of private landlords in four designated areas of the Borough.  The four areas are known as Super Output Areas as identified by Government data.

The anticipated success of this scheme will enable us to move into other areas, where there is a similar shortage of good quality affordable homes.

Council therefore seeks the support of all parties in ensuring that Selective Licensing is endorsed and championed to raise the standard of private rented accommodation for all Wirral residents.

Following a debate and Councillor George Davies having replied, the motion was put and carried (53:1) (One abstention) 

Resolved (53:1) (One abstention) – That the Motion be approved.

To receive nominations, in accordance with Standing Order 25(6), in respect of any proposed changes in the membership of committees, and to approve nominations for appointments to outside organisations.

The Council was requested to deal with the following matters in respect of appointments to Committees and outside organisations.

Outside Bodies

Wirral Metropolitan College Governing Body

Julia Hassall to replace David Armstrong.

(appointed for a 4 year term to 23 October 2018)

Magenta Living – Governance and Membership Committee

Councillor George Davies to be appointed to the Magenta Living – Governance and Membership Committee

West Kirby Charities

Mr David Stevenson be re-appointed until 30 October 2018

Resolved – That the appointments and amendments to the membership of the Committee and outside body listed above, be approved.