On a motion by Cllr Mary Jordan, Seconded by Cllr Ivan Camphor it was -

Resolved – that,

1.  The Director of Public Health be authorised to re-commission the Wirral Information and Advice service totalling up to £7,000,000 (£1,400,000 per annum) for a three-year contract (1st April 2024 – 31st March 2027) with the option of a one year plus further one year extension.

2.  A report be bought back to the committee at a future date, mapping existing service provision and specification development, before the service goes out to tender.

3.  Delegated authority be given to the Director of Public Health to award the tender to the successful bidder following the tender process