Decision

The Bolsover District Council has decided to bring the services and staff of its wholly owned companies in-house, following a comprehensive due diligence process.

Analysis

outcome: The services and staff of the Council's wholly owned companies will be brought in-house within Bolsover District Council, with a comprehensive process of due diligence to ensure a managed transfer.

summary: The decision involves bringing the services and staff of the Council's wholly owned companies in-house within Bolsover District Council.

topline: The Bolsover District Council has decided to bring the services and staff of its wholly owned companies in-house, following a comprehensive due diligence process.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves a significant change in the structure of the Council's operations, potentially affecting stakeholders within and outside the organization.

affected_stakeholders: ["Council employees", "Local residents", "Shareholders of the wholly owned companies"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There may be implications of political influence as the decision involves the management of public services and resources.

URL: https://committees.bolsover.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=635

Decision Maker:

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that 1) the services and staff within the Council’s wholly owned companies; Dragonfly Development Limited and Dragonfly Management (Bolsover) Limited, be brought in-house (within Bolsover District Council).   2) A comprehensive process of due diligence as outlined within the report, be undertaken to ensure a managed transfer of services and staff was undertaken.  

Date of Decision: July 28, 2025