The Lead Consultant Lawyer presented the report of the Director of Law and Governance Committee, in co-operation with the other Policy and Service Committees, is responsible for proposing and delivering an annual committee work programme. This work programme should align with the corporate priorities of the Council, in particular the delivery of the key decisions which are within the remit of the Committee.

Members brought to the attention of officers a number of topics to be added to the work programme;

·  Development of resident accessibility, and measurable feedback of the effectiveness of this communication.

·  The use of Artificial Intelligence in Council departments serving this Committee.

·  An update to the pitch strategy for the Local Plan, which focuses on increasing car parking.

·  A clarification on the Terms of Reference for consultations and customer engagement.

·  Responses to retail crime.

Resolved – that, subject to the addition of the items noted at the meeting, the work programme be noted.

The Lead Consultant Lawyer presented the report of the Director of Law and Governance Committee, in co-operation with the other Policy and Service Committees, is responsible for proposing and delivering an annual committee work programme. This work programme should align with the corporate priorities of the Council, in particular the delivery of the key decisions which are within the remit of the Committee.

Members asked to be updated by Briefing Note on the Community Asset Transfer process and also requested further information on the upcoming Borough of Culture. Members were informed that a report would be brought to a future committee on this.

Resolved – that the report be noted.