Decision

The Strategy and Resources Committee has decided to approve recommendations regarding town twinning with Bucha, Ukraine and a proposed footbridge over the Hogsmill River.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved.

summary: The decision involves town twinning with Bucha, Ukraine and the proposed footbridge over the Hogsmill River.

topline: The Strategy and Resources Committee has decided to approve recommendations regarding town twinning with Bucha, Ukraine and a proposed footbridge over the Hogsmill River.

reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to the potential impact on local stakeholders and the decision to twin with a specific town in Ukraine.

affected_stakeholders: ["Members of the public", "Residents near the Hogsmill River", "Residents of Bucha, Ukraine"]

contentiousness_score: 5

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

URL: https://democracy.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1574

Decision Maker: Strategy and Resources Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: A member of the public submitted a written question prior to the meeting to which a written response had been given by the Chair and attached as a supplement to the agenda. The member of the public asked a supplementary question at the meeting. The Chair informed the member of the public that written a response to the supplementary question would be provided following the meeting. The Committee received two statements from members of the public. One statement related to town twinning with Bucha, Ukraine and one statement related to the stepping stones and proposed footbridge over the Hogsmill River.  

Date of Decision: July 14, 2026