Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 23 January 2023.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 23 January 2023 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

Councillors and officers were invited to declare any interests they had in any of the items on the agenda for the meeting.

No declarations of interest were made.

To receive any announcements from the Chair about local community events or issues.

The Chair wished to mark International Women’s Day and thank all women across Heatons and Reddish for everything they contribute to the social, cultural, political and economic life across the wards and celebrate their achievements.

Councillors and members of the public are invited to raise ‘Neighbourhood Policing’ issues with the local Neighbourhood Policing Team.

It was reported that the Neighbourhood Police representative (Greater Manchester Police) was unable to attend the meeting, but welcomed any neighbourhood policing questions or issues to be raised.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         It was noted that the Neighbourhood Policing Teams were undergoing reorganisation which was being implemented this week.

·         Members expressed concern over the issue of speeding in the area and requested that a representative of Greater Manchester Safer Roads Partnership be invited to the next meeting to provide an update and discuss the matter.

·         Requested an update in relation to Community Speedwatch.

·         It was commented that a partnership approach with the police and local authority was required to develop a strategy to tackle local speeding related issues.

The Chair informed the Committee that Sergeant Daniel Jones would be attending the next meeting in April 2023 and would respond accordingly.

Members of the public are invited to put questions to the Chair of the Area Committee on any matters within the powers and duties of the Area Committee, subject to the exclusions set out in the Code of Practice (Questions must be submitted prior to the commencement of the meeting on the cards provided. These are available the meeting.  You can also submit via the Council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/publicquestions.

Members of the public were invited to put questions to the Chair on any matters in the powers or duties of the Area Committee, subject to the exclusions set out within the Code of Practice.

No public questions have been received.

To receive petitions from members of the public and community groups.

No petitions were submitted.

In accordance with the Code of Practice no organisation has indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) reported that no organisations had indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Help the Hatters for a grant of £190.44 (£47.61 from Heatons North, £47.61 from Heatons South, £47.61 from Reddish North and £47.61 from Reddish South wards allocation) towards the cost of refurbishing the Swanbourne Gardens in Edgeley, to prevent damage to the interior of the facility and assist with the cost of the St Francis House toy appeal.

A representative of Help the Hatters attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of refurbishing the Swanbourne Gardens in Edgeley, to prevent damage to the interior of the facility and assist with the cost of the St Francis House toy appeal.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from Help the Hatters for a grant of £190.44 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£47.61 from Heatons North, £47.61 from Heatons South, £47.61 from Reddish North and £47.61 from Reddish South wards allocation) towards the cost of refurbishing the Swanbourne Gardens in Edgeley, to prevent damage to the interior of the facility and assist with the cost of the St Francis House toy appeal.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Bee Sober CIC for a grant of £244.40 (£47.00 from Heatons North, £56.40 from Heatons South, £70.50 from Reddish North and £70.50 from Reddish South wards allocation) towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) submitted an application received on behalf of Bee Sober CIC for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

It was noted that the webcast to a previous meeting that the applicant was in attendance was shared with Members of the Committee.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from the Bee Sober CIC for a grant of £244.40 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£47.00 from Heatons North, £56.40 from Heatons South, £70.50 from Reddish North and £70.50 from Reddish South wards allocation) towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration.

The following development applications will be considered by the Area Committee:-

Development applications were submitted.

(NOTE: Full details of the decisions including conditions and reasons for granting or refusing planning permission and imposing conditions are given in the schedule of plans. The Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration is authorised to determine conditions and reasons and they are not therefore referred to in committee minutes unless the committee makes a specific decision on a condition or reason. In order to reduce printing costs and preserve natural resources, the schedule of plans is not reproduced within these minutes. A copy of the schedule of plans is available on the council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/planning. Copies of the schedule of plans, or any part thereof, may be obtained from the Place Directorate upon payment of the Council’s reasonable charges).

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) outlined the procedure for public speaking on planning applications.

Application for the Variation of Condition 1 (Approved Plans) attached to planning permission DC/073083 to allow the projection of ground and first floor to the rear as well as omitting the stagger in the ground floor layout.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 Agreement.

Officer Contact: Jeni Regan on 0161 474 3531 or email: jeni.regan@stockport.gov.uk.

In respect of plan no. DC/081102 for the Variation of Condition 1 (Approved Plans) attached to planning permission DC/073083 to allow the projection of ground and first floor to the rear as well as omitting the stagger in the ground floor layout at Land at Lyndhurst Road, Reddish, it was

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission.

Residential development consisting of A) 10 semi-detached houses and B) 72 retirement apartments for independent living with ancillary support services and communal facilities together with associated landscaping, amenity space and car parking.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 Agreement.

Officer Contact: Jeni Regan on 0161 474 3531 or email: jeni.regan@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/085997 for a residential development consisting of 10 semi-detached houses and 72 retirement apartments for independent living with ancillary support services and communal facilities together with associated landscaping, amenity space and car parking at Focus School, 237 Didsbury Road, Heaton Mersey,

a member of the public spoke against the application, and

a representative of the applicant spoke in support of the application. 

It was then

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to undertake a site visit to assess the impact of the proposed development on neighbouring residential properties to the south on Tennyson Close in relation to their proximity to the proposed development and proposed access arrangements.

Part single, part two storey side and rear extension. Erection of a rear outbuilding. Roof extension involving rear dormer window, front facing rooflights and new side gable window.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission subject to conditions.

Officer contact: Aisling Monaghan by email: aisling.monaghan@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/085597 for a part single, part two storey side and rear extension, erection of a rear outbuilding, roof extension involving rear dormer window, front facing rooflights and new side gable window at 190 Broadstone Road, Heaton Chapel, it was

RESOLVED – That planning permission be granted.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance.

The report summarises recent appeal decisions; lists current planning appeals and dates for local enquiries; informal hearings for planning appeals, and enforcement action within the Heatons and Reddish Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Vicki Bates on 0161 474 3219 or email: vicki.bates@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) summarising recent appeal decisions; listing current planning appeals and dates for local enquiries; informal hearings for planning appeals, and enforcement action within the Heatons and Reddish area.

It was reported that since the publication of the agenda, there had been a number of updates to the report as follows:-

·         That the appeal against the refusal of planning permission for the extension of existing GRP chimney shroud by 1.5m with internal works comprising of the removal and replacement of 3 antennas internal upgrade of existing equipment room and ancillary works at Manchester Road, Heaton Norris had been allowed.

·         That the enforcement appeal at Unit 3A Demeter Buildings, Brighton Road Heaton Mersey had been dismissed.

·         In relation to the enforcement notice at Land at 613-615 Gorton Road, Reddish, Members were advised that an alternative scheme for the development of the site had been approved and included the demolition of the existing unauthorised structures and a rebuild of the extension in brick and matching materials.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Development and Regeneration.

The report provides an update on developing an Action Plan for Reddish including recommendations on how the £5,000 for 2022/23 is to be allocated.

The Area Committee is recommended to:

(1)  Note the partnership approach to developing the Reddish Action Plan;

(2)  Comment on the actions within the Reddish Action Plan;

(3)  Comment on the allocation of funding to priority projects listed in Section 4.3 of the report.

Officer Contact: Helen Walters on 0161 474 3734 or email: helen.walters@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Development and Regeneration submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on developing an Action Plan for Reddish including recommendations on how the £5,000 for 2022/23 is to be allocated.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         It was requested that a briefing on the summer events be made arranged with Members following the election.

·         It was commented that there was overwhelming support within the community for restarting ReddFest.

·         It was noted that a large sum of money had been allocated to Reddish in Bloom.

·         In response, it was stated that the proposed funding was to be confirmed and the group had expressed that the suggested funding was more than required. It was confirmed that any surplus funds would be reallocated to other projects particularly with regard to ReddFest and the rising cost of organising an event.

·         Members expressed support for the project as a whole but disappointment with the amount of funding available and how the funding had been distributed across the borough. It was commented that the funding would be more impactful if distributed based on need as opposed to equal shares.

·         In response, it was stated that part of the role of the District Centre Managers was to understand the funding streams available. Whilst the amount allocated was not significant, the money was being used to accelerate projects in the local area.

·         Thanked officers for their work and for engaging with ward Members and the community.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report provides the Area Committee with proposals for Stockport Council as Highway Authority to acquire powers to enforce moving traffic contraventions under Part 6 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 (“the 2004 Act”). The report also informs the Area Committee of the process required to submit an application to undertake additional enforcement powers. The submission of any such application will enable Stockport Council to take control of future enforcement once the Regulations are in force.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer Contact: Jonathan Brown on 0161 474 4843 or email: jon.brown@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing proposals for Stockport Council as Highway Authority to acquire powers to enforce moving traffic contraventions under Part 6 of the Traffic Management Act 2004 (“the 2004 Act”). The report also informed the Area Committee of the process required to submit an application to undertake additional enforcement powers which would enable Stockport Council to take control of future enforcement once the Regulations were in force.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         Members expressed support for the council to submit an application to undertake additional enforcement powers and welcomed the opportunity to suggest amendments to the future moving traffic enforcement locations.

·         It was suggested that the enforcement of a weight restriction be considered on Denby Lane, Reddish South in light of feedback from local residents.

·         Concern was expressed regarding the current Traffic Regulation Order list and the inaccuracies relating to ward boundaries.

·         It was noted that the Moving Traffic Order Locations appendix contained a series of inaccuracies relating to the wards specified and suggested that an exercise is done in conjunction with local Members to confirm that the locations are contained within the appropriate wards.

·         Welcomed the Prohibition of Right Turn Traffic Regulation Order on Georges Road, however noted issues with people travelling northwards onto the A6 and queried whether appropriate arrangements were in place.  

·         It was queried what the financial implications of the measures would be and if any increase in budget would be made available.

·         In response, it was reported that the measures would mainly be enforced through enforcement cameras as opposed to officers on the ground and   the traffic contravention enforcement would cover the cost of the works.

·         It was queried how the council were engaging with members of the public in relation to the public consultation.

·         In response, it was stated that the consultation was being held online however alternative access both on and offline was available upon request.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the objections which have been returned in response to the legal advertising of a Traffic Regulation Order.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the introduction of the Traffic Regulation Orders as originally advertised.

Officer contact: Max Townsend on 0161 474 4861 or email: max.townsend@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing objections which have been returned in response to the legal advertising of a Traffic Regulation Order.

It was reported that members of the public had identified an error within the report relating to the number of people who had objected in response to the legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Order and requested that the item be deferred to a future meeting of the Area Committee following investigation.

It was queried whether the three formal objections contained within the report were from residents Reddish South. In response it was confirmed that further detail would be provided in the report submitted to a subsequent meeting of the Area Committee.

RESOLVED – That consideration of this item be deferred to a future meeting of the Area Committee pending an investigation of the inaccuracies in relation to the number of objectors.  

To consider a report of the Transport Strategy Manager.

The first part of the report provides an update on consultation to date and initial

conversations with the School. The second part of the report looks at potential future

steps, including decisions to be taken by the Area Committee.

The Area Committee is recommended to:-

(1)  Confirm the funding request in the total sum of £12,285 (minus the £1,000 already received) to come from the Delegated Ward Budget to allow all activities to be taken forward.

(2)  Agree the revised timescales as shown in Paragraph 6 above.

(3)  Agree the preferred approach for signoff –

a) request an Urgent Decision or

b) make the decision at Area Committee.

Officer contact: Emily Brough on 0161 474 4592 or email: Emily.brough@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Transport Strategy Manager submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on the consultation to date and initial conversations with the School and potential future steps, including decisions to be taken by the Area Committee.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         It was noted that the public response to the scheme was divided, however the responses explained a number of reasons why it was necessary to have some level of enforcement around schools.

·         Members expressed support for the scheme and commented that anti-social driving was an ongoing issue.

·         It was noted that no one solution would be satisfactory to the whole community and the need for a scheme that took the view of all stakeholders into account was expressed.

·         It was commented that one scheme encompassing both school campuses would be preferable and requested that this option be considered.

·         It was commented that the £5,000 estimated for local authority staff administration and project support time should be taken from central wages budget as opposed to the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget as a large proportion of the cost of the overall scheme.    

·         It was commented that whilst concern had been expressed around the impact of the scheme on residents and commuters access to homes and public transport, school safety was paramount.

RESOLVED – (1) That approval be given to the allocation of £12,285 from the Area Committee's Delegated Budget (Heatons North ward allocation) towards the cost of the proposed School Street Scheme for St Thomas’s Primary School. 

(2)  That the 'key dates' outlined in paragraph 7 of the report that illustrates the elongated timescales for the implementation of the scheme should a decision on the implementation of experimental traffic regulation orders be required to wait until the next meeting of the Area Committee be noted.

(3)  That the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services be recommended to exercise the Area Committees delegation to act as highways authority with regard to this specific scheme to facilitate the approval of any such experimental Traffic Regulation Orders.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the results of a consultation on the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) proposals for a proposed Toucan crossing on Broadstone Road at Keswick Road and seeks a recommendation that the Cabinet Member (Economy and Regeneration) approves the scheme.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Economy and Regeneration gives approval to the implementation of the scheme legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Orders detailed within appendix C and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders to be funded from the Government’s City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) and Transforming Cities Funding.

Officer contact: Nick Whelan on 0161 474 4907or email: nick.whelan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the results of a consultation on the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) proposals for a proposed Toucan crossing on Broadstone Road at Keswick Road.

It was commented that Members welcomed the report and noted the positive impact that the proposals would have particularly for parents with young children.

RESOLVED - That the Cabinet Member for Economy & Regeneration be recommended to give approval to the implementation of the scheme and the legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Orders detailed within appendix C and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders to be funded from the Government’s City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) and Transforming Cities Funding.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a proposal to introduce No Waiting at Any Time restrictions at the junction of Criterion Street and Middleton Road in Reddish.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, subject to the receipt of no objections, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £800 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Reddish North ward allocation):-

No Waiting at Any Time:

Criterion Street

West side, from a point 15.5 metres North of the (projected) Northern kerb line of Middleton Road in a Southerly direction to a point 11 metres South of the (projected) Southern kerb line of Middleton Road.

East side, from a point 10 metres North of the Northern kerb line of Middleton Road in a Southerly direction to a point 10 metres South of the Southern kerb line of Middleton Road.

Middleton Road

Both sides from the Eastern kerb line of Criterion Street in an Easterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

Officer contact: Max Townsend on 0161 474 4861 or email: max.townsend@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal to introduce No Waiting at Any Time restrictions at the junction of Criterion Street and Middleton Road in Reddish.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, and subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £800 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Reddish North ward allocation):-

No Waiting at Any Time:

Criterion Street

West side, from a point 15.5 metres North of the (projected) Northern kerb line of Middleton Road in a Southerly direction to a point 11 metres South of the (projected) Southern kerb line of Middleton Road.

East side, from a point 10 metres North of the Northern kerb line of Middleton Road in a Southerly direction to a point 10 metres South of the Southern kerb line of Middleton Road.

Middleton Road

Both sides from the Eastern kerb line of Criterion Street in an Easterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a proposal to extend the No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on part of Reddish Road.

The Area Committee is recommended to request that the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services gives approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £660 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Reddish South ward allocation):-

Revoke No Waiting Monday to Saturday 8am – 6.30pm:

Reddish Road

South East side, from a point 4 metres North East of the North Eastern kerb line of Broughton Road for a distance of 6 metres in a North Easterly direction.

Extend No Waiting at Any Time:

Reddish Road

South East side, from a point 4 metres North East of the North Eastern kerb line of Broughton Road for a distance of 6 metres in a North Easterly direction.

Officer contact: Max Townsend on 0161 474 4861 or email: max.townsend@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal to extend the No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on part of Reddish Road.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services be recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £660 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Reddish South ward allocation):-

Revoke No Waiting Monday to Saturday 8am – 6.30pm:

Reddish Road

South East side, from a point 4 metres North East of the North Eastern kerb line of Broughton Road for a distance of 6 metres in a North Easterly direction.

Extend No Waiting at Any Time:

Reddish Road

South East side, from a point 4 metres North East of the North Eastern kerb line of Broughton Road for a distance of 6 metres in a North Easterly direction.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a proposal to introduce No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on the Access Road to Nutwood Court off Rupert Street.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £750 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Reddish North ward allocation):-

Extend No Waiting at Any Time:

Nutwood Court (Access Road), North Reddish:

West side, from a point 10 metres South of the Southern kerb line of Rupert Street for a distance of 23 metres in a Southerly direction.

East side, from a point 10 metres South of the Southern kerb line of Rupert Street for a distance of 31.5 metres in a Southerly direction.

Officer contact: Max Townsend on 0161 474 4861 or email: max.townsend@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal to introduce No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on the Access Road to Nutwood Court off Rupert Street.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £750 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Reddish North ward allocation):-

Extend No Waiting at Any Time:

Nutwood Court (Access Road), North Reddish:

West side, from a point 10 metres South of the Southern kerb line of Rupert Street for a distance of 23 metres in a Southerly direction.

East side, from a point 10 metres South of the Southern kerb line of Rupert Street for a distance of 31.5 metres in a Southerly direction.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Stockport County Supporters Co-operative to hold their annual half-marathon on Sunday 3rd September 2023 with a circular route being run from and back to Stockport County Football Club along the Trans Pennine Trail between the Woolpack Bridge through Mersey Vale and on into Manchester. The event will start at 9.30am and finish at 12.30pm, setting up from 9.00am.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the application subject to organiser obtaining and submitting the appropriate papers, event plans, health & safety documentation, licences and/or insurances and fees and charges.

Officer Contact: Wayne Bardsley on 07800617638 or email: wayne.bardsley@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Stockport County Supporters Co-operative to hold their annual half-marathon on Sunday 3September 2023 with a circular route being run from and back to Stockport County Football Club along the Trans Pennine Trail between the Woolpack Bridge through Mersey Vale and on into Manchester from 9.30am - 12.30pm, with access from 9am.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Stockport County Supporters Co-operative to hold their annual half-marathon on Sunday 3 September 2023 with a circular route being run from and back to Stockport County Football Club along the Trans Pennine Trail between the Woolpack Bridge through Mersey Vale and on into Manchester from 9.30am - 12.30pm, with access from 9am, subject to organiser obtaining and submitting the appropriate papers, event plans, health & safety documentation, licences and/or insurances and fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance.

The Local Government Boundary Commission for England has undertaken a review of the council’s electoral arrangements and made recommendations for new warding patterns, to be used for the May 2023 Local Elections onwards.

A consequence of the borough’s new warding arrangements is that the existing boundaries of the council’s seven area committees are no longer coterminous with the new ward boundaries that will be place for the 2023/24 municipal year and that the council must therefore establish new arrangements.

The Area Committee is recommended to consider the revised boundaries for area committees and to make a recommendation for consideration by the Cabinet prior to a final decision being made by the Council Meeting on 30 March 2023.

Contact: Vicki Bates on 0161 474 3219 or email: vicki.bates@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) setting out the Local Government Boundary Commission for England’s review of the Council’s electoral arrangements and recommendations for new warding patterns to be used for the May 2023 Local Elections onwards.

A consequence of those new warding arrangement was that the existing boundaries of the Council’s seven area committees were no longer coterminous with the new ward boundaries that will be in place for the 2023/24 municipal year and that the Council must therefore establish new arrangements.

RESOLVED – That the recommendations contained within the report be endorsed.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance.

The report provides an update on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and details the current position on area flexibility funding. The report also includes the current position on the highway and traffic management delegated budget.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Charles Yankiah on 0161 474 3206 or email: charles.yankiah@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) updating the Area Committee on progress on decisions taken by the Area Committee since the last meeting and the current position on the Area Flexibility and the Delegated budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.