Decision

The Council has decided to extend the deadline for public speaking at council meetings

Analysis

outcome: Motion to extend the deadline was approved

summary: Extending the deadline for public speaking at council meetings

topline: The Council has decided to extend the deadline for public speaking at council meetings

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it affects the ability of the public to participate in council meetings

affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Public attendees at council meetings"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: No mention of political parties or influence on the decision

URL: https://democracy.westlancs.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=605

Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: There were no requests to speak, however a motion to extend the deadline for public speaking at meetings of Council, Policy & Resources, Communities & Environment, Audit & Governance and Standards Committee until 10am on the Monday of the week of the meeting was moved and seconded.   RESOLVED: That the Motion to extend the deadline be approved.

Date of Decision: July 15, 2026