Decision

The Appeals Panel has decided to appoint Councillor Susan Lee-Richards as Chair of the meeting

Analysis

outcome: Councillor Susan Lee-Richards was appointed as Chair of the meeting

summary: The appointment of a new Chair for a council meeting

topline: The Appeals Panel has decided to appoint Councillor Susan Lee-Richards as Chair of the meeting

reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it is a routine appointment within the council

affected_stakeholders: ["Councillor Susan Lee-Richards", "Council members"]

contentiousness_score: 2

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

URL: https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=13599

Decision Maker: Appeals Panel

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED – apologies for absence were received on behalf of Councillor Tanisha Bramwell.   That Councillor Susan Lee-Richards be appointed as Chair of the meeting.

Date of Decision: August 11, 2026