Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations Approved
summary: The decision involves submitting a final Local Government Reorganisation Plan for Elmbridge to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
topline: The Elmbridge Borough Council has decided to submit a final Local Government Reorganisation Plan to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves potential changes to local government structure and decision-making processes.
affected_stakeholders: ["Elmbridge Borough Council", "Surrey County Council", "Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://mygov.elmbridge.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=562
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: Resolved that (a) the comments made at the Extraordinary meeting of the Council be noted; (b) Appendix A as the preferred final Local Government Reorganisation Plan for Elmbridge, be submitted to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government by 9 May 2025; and (c) as there are to be discussions with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regarding the best approach for transition, including the potential of nominating a lead authority or a senior responsible officer, it is both appropriate and helpful that Elmbridge Borough Council is included in these discussions alongside Surrey County Council and any other Districts and Boroughs submitting the proposal.
Date of Decision: May 6, 2025