Decision

The Cabinet Member has decided to approve the adoption of a draft enforcement policy by the Council.

Analysis

outcome: The cabinet member approved the adoption of the draft enforcement policy and allowed for the introduction of annexes where specific policy is required.

summary: The decision is about approving the adoption of a draft enforcement policy by the Council.

topline: The Cabinet Member has decided to approve the adoption of a draft enforcement policy by the Council.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves regulating businesses and enforcing the law, which can impact various stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Businesses", "Regulatory & Licensing Committee", "Council officers"]

contentiousness_score: 5

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

URL: https://democracy.lichfielddc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=699

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member Decision

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: The Council is required to have an enforcement policy that guides stakeholders to the approach that officers will take in terms of regulating businesses and enforcing the law. 

Content: The Council is required to have an enforcement policy that guides stakeholders to the approach that officers will take in terms of regulating businesses and enforcing the law.  That the cabinet member approves the adoption of the draft enforcement policy.   That the cabinet member approves that the Regulation & Enforcement Manager, in conjunction with the Chair of the Regulatory & Licensing Committee, be permitted to introduce annexes to the enforcement policy where specific policy is required for a particular function, providing any annex conforms to the overarching enforcement policy.

Date of Decision: December 16, 2024