Decision

The Executive Director of Finance & Digital has decided to approve recommendations put forward by the council.

Analysis

outcome: The recommendations were approved.

summary: The council has made a decision regarding recommendations put forward by the Executive Director of Finance & Digital.

topline: The Executive Director of Finance & Digital has decided to approve recommendations put forward by the council.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves financial and digital matters which can impact various stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Finance department staff", "Digital department staff"]

contentiousness_score: 5

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

URL: https://democracy.merton.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1868

Decision Maker: Executive Director of Finance & Digital

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: Going to market to purchase 2100 laptops as a general refresh of the laptop estate, the estimated value will be between £1.5 and £2 million.

Content:

Date of Decision: July 24, 2026