Decision
Analysis
outcome: The public consultation on the Blue/Green Infrastructure Strategy was approved.
summary: The decision at stake is the approval of the Council's first Green Infrastructure Strategy 2015-2030.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve the public consultation on the Council's first Green Infrastructure Strategy 2015-2030.
reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it aligns with the Council's Corporate Plan Environment Objective.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council", "Local residents", "Environmental groups"]
contentiousness_score: 2
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.broxtowe.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2157
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: The creation of the Council’s first Green Infrastructure Strategy 2015-2030 was to provide a clear strategic pathway for the management and enhancement of the Borough’s Green Infrastructure. It was also to be used to inform planning decisions, identify opportunities to improve the green corridors and to provide information on how the Borough’s network contributed to the local, regional and national picture. The revised Strategy’s structure is based on the principles outlined within Natural England’s Green Infrastructure Framework. RESOLVED that the public consultation on the Blue/Green Infrastructure Strategy be approved. Reason This is in accordance with the Council’s Corporate Plan Environment Objective: ‘Protect the environment for the future’.
Date of Decision: July 1, 2025