URL: https://democracy.sheffield.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4873

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: 11.1 The Head of Programmes and Accountable Body presented a paper to Committee which provided an update in respect of the development of the Investment Plan and likely timescales for completion.     11.2 RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY: That the Economic Development, Skills and Culture Policy Committee:   a)    Notes the progress in developing the Sheffield Investment Plan for Growth     11.3 Reasons for Decision     11.3.1 Sheffield has ambitious plans for the future of its economy which are now articulated in the Sheffield Growth Plan. The development of the Investment Plan will play a crucial role in the Growth Plan’s delivery and will look to maximise the outcomes for Sheffield’s residents and businesses.     11.4 Alternatives Considered and Rejected     11.4.1 Alternative Option 1: Do not prepare an Investment Plan   This option was rejected because it is considered critical for the Growth Plan to have a clear programme of delivery. The Investment Plan will not only set out known planned activity but sets out gaps in delivery that need to be addressed by the Council and/or its partners.     11.4.2 Alternative Option 2: Complete the investment using ‘in house’ resource rather than utilising consultant support to develop the Investment Plan   This option was rejected because it was considered that Officers do not have the full range of knowledge to consider alternative and/or innovative projects to address gaps in the Growth Plan. Furthermore, Officers capacity to undertake this work is limited and using consultant support should reduce timescales.  

Date of Decision: February 5, 2026