Decision

The Cabinet has decided to approve progress on various projects in Kidsgrove Town Deal.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Cabinet.

summary: The decision involves approving progress on various projects in Kidsgrove Town Deal, including new enterprise units, community learning facility, pathway improvements, and public realm upgrades.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve progress on various projects in Kidsgrove Town Deal.

reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to potential impacts on local stakeholders and the allocation of resources for the projects.

affected_stakeholders: ["Kidsgrove residents", "Town Deal Board", "MHCLG", "Local businesses"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties in the decision.

URL: https://moderngov.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1430

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: (i)           That the progress made with the Kidsgrove Town Deal projects be noted (ii)         That the Project Adjustment Form submission to MHCLG for the new Enterprise Units, the community learning facility on Kings Academy, Canal pathway improvements and the highway / public realm improvements to The Meadows, Station Road, Market Street, The Avenue, Heathcote Street along with the public toilets upgrade and Kings Street, be approved subject to Town Deal Board approval (iii)        That the risks that currently sit against the Railway Station scheme be noted (iv)        That further updates be received as necessary  

Date of Decision: June 3, 2025