On a motion by Councillor Liz Grey, seconded by Councillor Steve Foulkes, it was -

Resolved – That

(1)  the current weed control contract with ManCoed Ltd at a cost of £260,000 for one year be extended.

(2)  the continued exploration of alternative options for weed control be endorsed, including the provision of an ‘in-house’ multi-disciplinary service and a further report including options and costs be brought to a future committee.

(3)  the Director of neighbourhoods be requested to engage residents in relation to the issue of ideas for controlling weeds.