Issue - meetings

To update Members on the Midlands Engine Development Corporation programme and seek endorsement to next steps including a statement of intent.

The Committee were updated on the Midlands Engine Development Corporation programme.

It was noted that the Midlands Engine development corporation programme was asked to consider three geographical areas in the East Midlands including Ratcliffe on Soar Power Station and Toton and Chetwynd Barracks in Nottinghamshire, and East Midlands Airport in Leicestershire.

It was noted that the proposals in relation to Toton and Chetwynd Barracks include a mix of housing and employment, including the potential to deliver around 4,500 homes

The Committee RESOLVED that:

1.   Endorse the statement of intent.

2.   Support the Council’s continued role in the establishment of the development corporation and the required interim arrangements.