Decision details

The Committee considered proposals for the business plan, revenue budget estimates, capital programme, and proposed fees and charges in respect of the Councils priority area of Business growth to invest in our towns and people by developing and implementing area regeneration and supporting bui9sness employment, skills and connectivity. Key lines of enquiry included:

·       The consultation would continue for Broxtowe with the Greater Nottingham Neighbouring Local Plan despite another Local Authority withdrawing. Local plan examination was expected to cost £80,000 and adoption was anticipated by end of 2025.

·       Town Centre occupancy was higher in all areas of the borough than the National target of 83% occupancy.

·       Queries were raised with the car park Loyalty scheme for shopping in the Town Centres. It was confirmed the scheme had been funded from the UKSPF. Members would like further details of the scheme.

·       Members would like to see a breakdown of occupancy, income and outgoings related to the Craft Workshops at Eastwood

·       It was confirmed that the existing Christmas lights at Beeston were broken and required replacing. A budget provisional would be required to look at replacing them in 2025.

The Committee RECOMMENDED that:

1. Cabinet approves the Business Growth Business Plan.

2. Cabinet recommends to Council that the following be approved:

a)   The detailed revenue budget estimates for 2025/26 (base)

b)   The capital programme for 2025/26 to 2027/28

c)   The fees and charges for 2025/26.