The third matter requiring approval was in relation to the appointment of Chairs and Vice-Chairs of Committees.

On a motion by Councillor Paul Stuart, seconded by Councillor Jean Robinson, it was –

A. Resolved –

(1)  That Councillor Janette Williamson be appointed Leader of the Council (Chair of the Policy and Resources Committee).

Having been invited by the Civic Mayor to make her acceptance speech, Councillor Janette Williamson then spoke to her election as Leader.

On a motion by Councillor Janette Williamson, seconded by Councillor Paul Stuart, it was –

B. Resolved –

(2)  That Councillor Jean Robinson be appointed Deputy Leader of the Council (Vice-Chair of the Policy and Resources Committee).

C. Resolved –

(3)  That Chairs and Vice-Chairs be appointed to Committees as referred to in the list circulated in the supplementary agenda, and that the appointments be as set out below.