Decision details

RESOLVED that:

1.               The establishment structure changes to the Planning department, as set out, which includes the creation of a new Senior Planning Officer (Local Plan) post and a new GIS and Planning Policy Assistant post, be approved.

2.               The establishment structure changes to Economic Development department, as set out, which include the appointment of a new permanent Economic Development Delivery Manager from April 2027, be approved.

3.               The overall net increase in costs be met from earmarked external grant funding received, with the balance being funded from General Fund Reserves, utilising previously recognised savings from updated senior management arrangements.

Reason

This will provide resources required for both Planning and Economic Development over the next two years.