Decision
Analysis
outcome: The decision was made to accept the proposals, start a formal consultation period, and implement changes by October 2025.
summary: The decision involves accepting proposals for a formal consultation period and implementing changes to a shared service structure.
topline: The Cabinet Member (Planning and Licensing) has decided to accept proposals for a formal consultation period and implement changes to a shared service structure.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves restructuring and potentially affecting the working dynamics of the team.
affected_stakeholders: ["Team members of the shared service", "Local authorities involved in the shared service"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://southribble.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2668
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member (Planning and Licensing)
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: Decision made: 1. The Executive Cabinet Member agrees: a) to accept the proposals and implement a formal consultation period for 28 days starting on 4 August 2025. b) Subject to issues raised during the formal consultation, to implement the outcome of this review by 1 October 2025. c) To approve the appropriate shared service split of the new structure. It is proposed that the service moves to a 50/50 shared service. It is felt that across the service this would create a fair balance and would encourage the team to work closely together across projects at each authority. Reasons for decision: Outlined in the report. Other options considered and rejected: Outlined in the report.
Date of Decision: July 18, 2025