Decision

The Cabinet has decided to endorse Harlow Council's participation in the production of business cases for local government reorganisation in Greater Essex.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Cabinet.

summary: The decision involves Harlow Council's participation in the production of business cases for local government reorganisation in Greater Essex.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to endorse Harlow Council's participation in the production of business cases for local government reorganisation in Greater Essex.

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

affected_stakeholders: ["Harlow Council", "Residents of Greater Essex"]

contentiousness_score: 6

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

URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1062

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet:   A     Noted the update on Local Government Reorganisation for Greater Essex.   B     Endorsed Harlow Council’s continued participation with the production of the Five Unitary Business Case (formerly Business Case A) and the Business Case for Greater Essex (formerly Business Case B) recognising that a formal decision on the council’s position will be taken in September.

Date of Decision: July 10, 2025