Decision
Analysis
outcome: The request to increase the in-year capital programme by £50,000 was approved to resolve the current issues at the flood relief channel.
summary: The decision is about requesting approval for an increase in the in-year capital programme to undertake urgent works at the Oxton Flood Relief Channel.
topline: The Portfolio Holder - Public Protection and Community Relations has decided to approve a £50,000 increase in the in-year capital programme for urgent works at the Oxton Flood Relief Channel.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves urgent works that need to be undertaken promptly, potentially affecting local stakeholders and the community.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Community members", "NSDC"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1096
Decision Maker: Portfolio Holder - Public Protection and Community Relations
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: To request approval for an increase to the in year capital programme to allow urgent works to be undertaken at the Oxton Flood Relief Channel
Content: To request approval for an increase to the in year capital programme to allow urgent works to be undertaken at the Oxton Flood Relief Channel To approve the request to increase the in year capital programme by £50,000 To ensure the authority resolves the current issues at the flood relief channel Do nothing – the channel is NSDC responsibility and works are required Wait until new financial year – the works need to be undertaken as soon as possible
Date of Decision: October 17, 2025