Decision

The Cabinet has decided to approve recommendations on Local Government Reorganisation for Greater Essex and endorse Harlow Council's participation in producing Business Case A and Business Case B.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Cabinet.

summary: The decision involves the update on Local Government Reorganisation for Greater Essex and the endorsement of Harlow Council's participation in producing Business Case A and Business Case B.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve recommendations on Local Government Reorganisation for Greater Essex and endorse Harlow Council's participation in producing Business Case A and Business Case B.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves potential changes to local government structure and decision-making processes.

affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "Harlow Council", "Local residents of Greater Essex"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There may be political implications as the decision involves government reorganisation and local governance.

URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1055

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet:   A    Noted the update on Local Government Reorganisation for Greater Essex and the Interim plan feedback: Essex, Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), as set out in Appendix A to the report.   B    Endorsed Harlow Council’s continued participation with the production of Business Case A and Business Case B.

Date of Decision: June 12, 2025