Agenda and minutes

To receive any apologies for absence from Councillors.

22 July 2025

Apologies for absence were received from:

Councillor Cameron Adams

Councillor Hazel Allen

Councillor Julie Bagwell

Councillor Stephen Bartlett

Councillor Olivia Brown

Councillor Sharon Carr-Brown

Councillor Bobbi Dove

Councillor Jackie Edwards

Councillor David Flagg

Councillor Marion Le Poidevin

Councillor David Martin

Councillor Margaret Phipps

Councillor Vanessa Ricketts

Councillor Chris Rigby

Councillor Vikki Slade

Councillor Kieron Wilson

16 September 2025

Apologies for absence were received from:

Councillor Hazel Allen

Councillor Julie Bagwell

Councillor Patrick Canavan

Councillor Bobby Dove

Councillor Michelle Dower

Councillor Duane Farr

Councillor Anne Filer

Councillor Andy Hadley

Councillor Mark Howell

Councillor Rachel Pattinson-West

Councillor Jamie Martin

Councillor Chris Matthews

Councillor Pete Miles

Councillor Margaret Phipps

Councillor Felicity Rice

Councillor Vikki Slade

Councillor Lawrence Williams

Councillors are requested to declare any interests on items included in this agenda. Please refer to the workflow on the preceding page for guidance.

Declarations received will be reported at the meeting.

Councillors Richard Herrett, David Martin and Michael Tarling declared pecuniary interests in respect of agenda item 8e: Enhancement to Pay and Reward Offer, as their partners were Council employees.

Councillor David Martin also declared a pecuniary interest in respect of agenda item 8b - Adult Social Care Fulfilled Lives Transformation.

The Councillors confirmed that they would leave the Chamber for the duration of the items.

To confirm and sign as a correct record the minutes of the Meeting held on 3 June 2025.

RESOLVED: That the minutes of the meeting held on 3 June be approved as a correct record.

Voting: Nem. Con.

To receive any announcements from the Chairman.

The Chairman updated Council on her activities since the previous meeting, including attendance at:

• MS Centre event;
• Armed forces week flag raising;
• Growth Expo;
• Srebenica commemoration;
• Elm Academy graduation.

The Chairman announced that it was Graham Farrant, Chief Executive’s last Full Council meeting due to his impending retirement. The Chairman thanked the Chief Executive for his efforts in supporting BCP Council.

To receive any public questions, statements or petitions submitted in accordance with the Constitution. Further information on the requirements for submitting these is available to view at the following link: -

https://democracy.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/ieListMeetings.aspx?CommitteeID=151&Info=1&bcr=1

The deadline for the submission of public questions is mid-day Wednesday 16 July 2025 (3 clear working days before the meeting).

The deadline for the submission of a statement is mid-day Monday 21 July 2025 (mid-day the working day before the meeting).

The deadline for the submission of a petition is Tuesday 8 July 2025 (10 working days before the meeting).

Public Questions

Public question from Dr Patricia Fanjul

I am a GP working for the 111 Service, supporting Dorset patients and protecting emergency services. For the past 10 years, we are continuing to see an upwards trend in young people suffering with worsening mental health: intentional overdoses, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, eating disorders, sleep disturbances, impaired social interactions. The unequivocal link is smartphones. They suffer from cyberbullying, sextortion, addiction... Additionally, negatively impacts their academic performance and cognitive function. Children are being deprived of a normal happy childhood and development, this will continue impacting their future as adults and their place in society. This is a Public Health crisis and our BPC and Dorset children need you, community leaders, to act now to protect them. 

Can the Council provide an update on engagement with local headteachers to support the development of a consistent conurbation-wide approach to ban smartphones in schools in order to safeguard children?

Response from Councillor Richard Burton - Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education and Skills

(Councillor Burton’s response was also directed to Emma Chabaani, who had submitted a similar question but was not in attendance.)

Thank you for your question. And also thanks, Emma, for her question. And yes, they do overlap so I will answer both of them.

So, a motion was passed by BCP Council to:

1. Instruct the Leader of the Council to write to the Secretary of State for Education and the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, urging them to support and champion the Safer Phones Bill. The Bill will come into effect on 25 November.
2. Request that the Leader of the Council writes to all schools within BCP to recognize the efforts that have already been made to protect their students from the potential harm of smartphone usage, and ask schools to review their phone policies to ensure they are in line with the Bill. All schools will do this in line with their policy review timescales and the publication of the Bill. This will be done to tie in with the beginning of the new school year.

3. Request that the Portfolio Holder for Children and Young People, Education and Skills discuss the requirements of the Bill at the next appropriate Head Teachers briefing. And this took place, on 25 April this year. Further input with Head Teachers is planned for the autumn term.

4. Seek the views of the Youth Parliament to ensure they are being considered when forming any policy. We'll be talking, taking this forward in the autumn term. Public Health and Education are working closely with me as Portfolio Holder for ensure that the requirements of the Bill are able to be delivered. My next meeting with Public Health is later this week.

It's worth noting that the majority of these schools are academies of one form or another. There are several different types of academies. Academies are not controlled by the local authority, which allows them to make decisions independently of the Council.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 27.

Council is advised that a petition with 2000+ valid signatures has been received, titled: ‘End Council Support for Netanya Twinning’.

Statement:

We the undersigned petition the council to take all measures within its power, to cease support for the twinning relationship with Netanya, Israel, including but not limited to: Supporting any official or unofficial visits, exchanges, or cultural programs linked to the twinning. Promoting or endorsing any materials or signs related to the twinning, and consequently, remove all signs, plaques, and promotional materials related to the twinning from council-controlled spaces. Providing any financial or logistical support to Netanya or its representatives. Disclose all council expenditures related to the twinning and commit to full transparency moving forward. Taking this action will allow the council to demonstrate its commitment to upholding human rights, equality, and peace.

Justification:

Reasoning:
Netanya is a city in Israel that supports and benefits from the ongoing occupation and oppression of the Palestinian people. At a time when Israel is carrying out a genocide in Gaza, continuing this twinning sends the wrong message. Ending council support reflects our community’s commitment to human rights, equality, and peace.

Notices of Motions in accordance with Procedure Rule 10 relating to this matter

The following motion submitted in accordance with Procedure Rule 10 of the Meeting Procedure Rules has been proposed by Councillor K Salmon and seconded by Councillor J Salmon.

Motion: suspension of council support for the Bournemouth–Netanya twinning arrangement

Council notes the content of the public petition presented at its meeting of 22 July 2025 and resolves to:

1.    Suspend all support for the Bournemouth–Netanya twinning arrangement with immediate effect until Council decides otherwise;

2.    Remove existing road signs and anything else within the Council’s control that refers to the twinning within the public realm (including online), within two months of this resolution; and

3.    Instruct the Leader and Chief Executive to write, within four weeks, to the Mayor of Netanya and the Chair of the Bournemouth-Netanya twinning association confirming the Council’s suspension of civic support until circumstances allow the matter to be reviewed.

The lead petitioner, Feda Sahahien, introduced the petition to Council as follows:

Statement:

We the undersigned petition the Council to take all measures within its power to cease support for the twinning relationship with Netanya, Israel, including but not limited to:

-       Supporting any official or unofficial visits, exchanges, or cultural programs linked to the twinning;

-       Promoting or endorsing any materials or signs related to the twinning, and consequently, remove all signs, plaques, and promotional materials related to the twinning from council-controlled spaces;

-       Providing any financial or logistical support to Netanya or its representatives.

-       Disclose all council expenditures related to the twinning and commit to full transparency moving forward.

Taking this action will allow the council to demonstrate its commitment to upholding human rights, equality, and peace.

Justification:

Netanya is a city in Israel that supports and benefits from the ongoing occupation and oppression of the Palestinian people. At a time when Israel is carrying out a genocide in Gaza, continuing this twinning sends the wrong message. Ending council support reflects our community’s commitment to human rights, equality, and peace.

After asking questions to elicit additional information from the lead petitioner, Council moved to the debate.

A motion was moved by Councillor Kate Salmon and seconded by Councillor Joe Salmon which read as follows:

“Council notes the content of the public petition presented at its meeting of 22 July 2025 and resolves to:

1. Suspend all support for the Bournemouth–Netanya twinning arrangement with immediate effect until Council decides otherwise;
2. Remove existing road signs and anything else within the Council’s control that refers to the twinning within the public realm (including online), within two months of this resolution; and
3. Instruct the Leader and Chief Executive to write, within four weeks, to the Mayor of Netanya and the Chair of the Bournemouth-Netanya twinning association confirming the Council’s suspension of civic support until circumstances allow the matter to be reviewed.”

An amendment to the motion was moved by Councillor Richard Burton and seconded by Councillor Lawrence Williams which amended the motion to read as follows:

“Council:

1. notes the content of the public petition presented at its meeting of 22 July 2025 and notes also that it is not the role of the Council to support or condemn matters occurring in the region;
2. notes that the Council does not currently have any involvement in the Bournemouth-Netanya twinning arrangement, other than the management of the current signage, which has been susceptible to unauthorised damage and removal; and
3. Council resolves to take no view on the appropriateness of the twinning arrangement, and therefore neither wishes to promote the twinning nor to criticise it. Therefore, BCP Council will not remove signage, but it will also not fund replacing signage that has otherwise been removed.”

Cllr Kate Salmon did not accept the proposed amendment, and Council moved to debate on the proposed amendment. A motion for a recorded vote was moved, seconded, and lost. Council moved to vote on the amendment.

The motion was carried,  ...  view the full minutes text for item 28.

RECOMMENDED that the Annual Report of the Standards Committee be noted.

The Vice-Chair of the Standards Committee, Councillor Adrian Chapmanlaw, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

RESOLVED: - that the Annual Report of the Standards Committee be noted.

Voting: Nem. Con.

To consider the recommendations arising from the Cabinet meeting scheduled for 16 July 2025. The recommendations will be circulated as soon as practicably possible following the meeting of the Cabinet. A copy of the reports and appendices to the Cabinet have been published and are available on the Council’s website on the following link: https://democracy.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=285&MId=6064&Ver=4

Agenda items 7- 8g were determined separately as set out below.

RECOMMENDED that Council approves the revised funding strategy for the Poole museums capital schemes which subject to Audit and Governance Committee approval will mean an increase in the approved prudential borrowing of £1.3m.

The Portfolio Holder for Finance, Councillor Mike Cox, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

Following debate, it was:

RESOLVED: - that Council approves the revised funding strategy for the Poole museums capital schemes which, subject to Audit and Governance Committee approval, will mean an increase in the approved prudential borrowing of £1.3m.

Voting: Nem. Con.

RECOMMENDED that Council:-

(b) approves the request for the release of the remaining £1.11m funding that was previously agreed to allow the Fulfilled Lives Programme to reach completion and realisation of the benefits.

[Recommendation (a) was resolved by Cabinet.]

The Portfolio Holder for Health and Wellbeing, Councillor David Brown, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

RESOLVED: - that Council

(b) approves the request for the release of the remaining £1.11m funding that was previously agreed to allow the Fulfilled Lives Programme to reach completion and realisation of the benefits.

[Recommendation (a) was resolved by Cabinet.]

Voting: Nem. Con.

Councillor K Rampton left 21:08

Councillor Filer left 21:11

Council adjourned from 21:11 to 21:30

RECOMMENDED that Council approve the freehold disposal of the whole of the former Poole civic offices to MCR Property Group for £5.25m. After completion of the sale, MCR Property Group will enter discussions with the Poole Charter Trustees or any future Town Council regarding the terms of lease of the vertical slice. The terms of this offer are set out in confidential Appendix C1 and C2.

The exempt addendum attached is provided in response to requests for clarification from members, following Cabinet consideration of the Poole Civic Disposal report on 16 July 2025.

[PLEASE NOTE: Should the Council wish to discuss the detail of the exempt Appendices at Appendix C1, C2 and the addendum, it will be necessary to exclude the press and public and move into Confidential (Exempt) session]

The Portfolio Holder for Finance, Councillor Mike Cox, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

An amendment to the recommendation was moved by Councillor Sue Aitkenhead and seconded by Councillor Pete Miles, so that it read:

“that Council considers the freehold disposal of the whole of the former Poole civic offices to MCR Property Group for £5.25m along with reconsidering the possibility of selling the site minus the vertical slice, deferring the final decision to the full council meeting scheduled for 14^th October 2025, to allow the following to take place:

1.    That officers present a fully costed comparison of the viability of retaining the vertical slice, with the viability of leasing it under the terms offered or any further terms that may be negotiated before the sale is agreed.

2.    That recommendations to full council are based on clear evidence and information is provided to explain what alternative options were considered and why they were rejected.

3. That the Charter Trustees of Poole are formally consulted on the recommendation and alternatives considered and invited to give their response in time for the October meeting.
4. That the above information is provided in a timely manner and published well in advance of the October meeting to allow meaningful scrutiny and open democratic discussion, recognising the strength of local feeling about the Civic Centre, the heritage it represents, and the need for transparent decision-making in relation to assets of such civic and symbolic importance.
5. That the possible outcomes of the current Local Governance Review are fully considered when assessing the viability of keeping or leasing the vertical slice, particularly as the establishment of a Town or Parish Council may have direct implications for the future civic use of the building, including as a democratic meeting place for local councillors.”

Following debate on the proposed amendment, a motion for a recorded vote was moved, seconded, and lost.

Council moved to vote on the proposed amendment. The motion was lost.

Voting: F24:A28 (4 Abstentions)

Following debate on the original motion, a proposal for a recorded vote was moved, seconded and agreed by Council.

Council moved to vote on the motion:

For:

Against:

RECOMMENDED that Council: -
(a) note the confidential minutes and the recommendations of the Cross-Party Asset Disposal Working Group meeting held on the 13 June 2025.
(b) Approve the freehold disposal of the whole former nursery site to Meyrick Estate for the sum of £850,000 on an unconditional basis (Option 1) and on such terms to be approved by the Chief Financial Officer, also acting in his capacity as Corporate Property Officer, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance.

[PLEASE NOTE: Should the Council wish to discuss the detail of the exempt Appendices at Appendix A & B it will be necessary to exclude the press and public and move into Confidential (Exempt) session]

The Portfolio Holder for Finance, Councillor Mike Cox, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

RESOLVED: - that Council

(a)  note the confidential minutes and the recommendations of the Cross-Party Asset Disposal Working Group meeting held on the 13June 2025.

(b)  (b) Approve the freehold disposal of the whole former nursery site to Meyrick Estate for the sum of £850,000 on an unconditional basis(Option 1) and on such terms to be approved by the Chief Financial Officer, also acting in his capacity as Corporate Property Officer, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance.

Voting: Nem. Con.

RECOMMENDED that Council: -
(a) agree the additional costs associated with enhancing the proposed Pay and Reward offer;
(b) agree the additional savings proposals outlined in Appendix 1 to ensure the cost implications of the proposal remain consistent with the February 2025 endorsed Medium Term Financial Plan;
(c) agrees the details of the enhanced offer shown in Appendix 4 and 5 that will form the basis of the signed collective agreement with our recognised trade unions; and
(d) approves the recommended implementation date of 1 December 2025 (in accordance with the timeline set out in appendix 7)

[PLEASE NOTE: Should the Council wish to discuss the detail of the exempt Appendices at Appendix 6 it will be necessary to exclude the press and public and move into Confidential (Exempt) session]

The Cabinet Member for Transformation, Resources and Governance, Councillor Jeff Hanna, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

Following debate it was:

RESOLVED: - that Council

(a) agree the additional costs associated with enhancing the proposed Pay and Reward offer;

(b) agree the additional savings proposals outlined in Appendix 1 to ensure the cost implications of the proposal remain consistent with the February 2025 endorsed Medium Term Financial Plan;

(c) agrees the details of the enhanced offer shown in Appendix 4 and 5 that will form the basis of the signed collective agreement with our recognised trade unions; and

(d) approves the recommended implementation date of 1 December 2025 (in accordance with the timeline set out in appendix 7.)

Voting: Nem. Con.

Councillor C Weight left 22:44

Councillors R Herrett, M Tarling, D Martin, T Slade & M Howell left 22:45

Councillor J Butt & K Rampton left 22:47

Councillor K Rampton returned 22:50

Councillors R Herrett, Cllr M Tarling and Cllr D Martin returned 22:55

RECOMMENDED that Council agrees: -

(a)      the introduction of a trial cross-pavement Electric Vehicle charging solution with charging gullies being set into the footway;

(b)      that charging gully installations will need to comply with the criteria set out in Appendix 1; and

(c)      that a policy for the installation of charging gullies be developed following the outcome of the trial.

The Cabinet Member for Climate Response, Environment and Energy, Councillor Andy Hadley, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

RESOLVED: - that Council agrees

(a) the introduction of a trial cross-pavement Electric Vehicle charging solution with charging gullies being set into the footway;

(b) that charging gully installations will need to comply with the criteria set out in Appendix 1; and

(c) that a policy for the installation of charging gullies be developed following the outcome of the trial.

Voting: Nem. Con.

RECOMMENDED that Council: -
(a) agrees that the £6m of strategic CIL allocated in principle to Transport is invested in the Port of Poole Bridges Programme;
(b) Delegate delivery of the Port of Poole Bridges Programme to the Service Director for Customer and Property in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Climate Mitigation, Energy and Environment; and
(c) Both (a) and (b) are subject to receiving the subsequent endorsement of the Director of Finance based on the availability of the necessary cash.

The Cabinet Member for Climate Response, Environment and Energy, Councillor Andy Hadley, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

Voting: Nem. Con.

Following the recommendation of the Standards Committee this report seeks Council approval to amend the Constitution to include the Officer Code of Conduct and to update the training requirements for Councillors who are appointed to the Standards Committee.

Councillor J Salmon proposed that the meeting be adjourned for resumption on a new date. This was seconded and Council moved to the vote:

Voting: F17:A28 (3 abstentions).

The motion was lost.

The Vice-Chair of the Standards Committee, Councillor Adrian Chapmanlaw, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

Following debate, it was:

RESOLVED: - that

The Council’s Constitution be updated to include the Officer Code of Conduct at Part 6.

Article 8.4 of the Council’s Constitution be amended to insert the following provision

8.4.1 – Standards Committee

No Councillor shall sit as a member, or where applicable, as a substitute member of the Standards Committee unless they have completed all training deemed essential and promoted via the Councils Learning Management and Cyber Security training platforms

To delegate authority to the Monitoring Officer to take all steps necessary to ensure the Council’s Constitution remains up to date in respect of these recommendations

Voting: F42:A0 (7 abstentions)

Councillor C Weight left 23:08

Councillor C Weight returned 23:13

This report seeks Council’s approval of the Scheme of Allowances for 2025-2026 Municipal Year and incorporates the recommendations of the Independent Remuneration Panel (IRP) on their review of the Members’ Scheme of Allowances for 2025/26.

Consideration of the Scheme of Members’ Allowances was deferred by Council on 10 December 2024 pending the conclusion of the Pay and Reward review which is included as a separate item on the agenda for this meeting.

The Leader of the Council, Councillor M Earl, presented the report and outlined the recommendations as set out on the agenda.

An amendment to the recommendation was moved by Councillor E Connolly on behalf of Councillor S Bartlett to amend recommendation (b) vi as follows:

“Chair of Audit & Governance Committee - £9,000 [£12,087]”

Councillor M Earl accepted the proposed amendment and Council voted to carry the motion.

Voting: Nem. Con.

Following debate on the substantive motion, it was:

RESOLVED: - that Council considers the attached report and Appendix 1 and its recommendations and adopts the proposed Scheme of Members’ Allowances for BCP Council as set out in Appendix 2 to this report, subject to any amendments Council may wish to agree, with a commencement date of 6 May 2025.

Voting: F34:A13 (2 abstentions)

Councillor M Earl moved that the meeting be adjourned and resumed as early as practicably possible This was seconded and agreed by consensus.

Voting: Nem. Con.

Meeting adjourned 23:57.

1.  REPAIR AND REUSE INITIATIVES

The following motion submitted in accordance with Procedure Rule 10 of the Meeting Procedure Rules has been proposed by Councillor R Herrett and seconded by Councillor E Harman.

This Council notes:

The UK is the second highest producer of electronic waste per capita in the world. Repair and reuse is central to achieving a truly circular, less wasteful, economy. They help to tackle climate change and achieve our net zero ambition, reduce living costs for UK households and create green skilled jobs.

There is strong public support for further repair and re-use initiatives, and for manufacturers to enable spares and repairs to be easily accessible, affordable and installable.

This Council believes:

We should be responding to increasing public demand for repair services and skills, advocating for a return to a strong UK fixing economy and championing reuse to give products a second life.

Repair should be a thriving sector of our economy. Where products are designed to be durable and easily repairable by default and in which manufacturers actively support their products for as long as possible. A future where products are given a second life through reuse, repair is the easiest option for everyone when something breaks, and recycling is saved for the very end of a product’s useful life.

This Council resolves to:

a.       Endorse the Repair and Reuse Declaration.

b.       Support the Bournemouth Repair café and other organisations promoting Repair and Reuse across the BCP area through access to networks and space, and funds where available.

c.        Write to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and Energy and Climate change asking that they support the Repair and Reuse Declaration and examine measures that the government can take to further repair reuse in manufacturing, training in repair skills and supporting the community.

2.  VACANT SITES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING

The following motion submitted in accordance with Procedure Rule 10 of the Meeting Procedure Rules has been proposed by Councillor P Cooper and seconded by Councillor P Canavan.

This Council notes: 

·       The escalating need for affordable and social housing across the BCP area, with many residents in housing stress or on long waiting lists. 

·       The growing number of vacant and underused sites including:

·       The long-neglected Sydenham’s timber site, 

·       The derelict Old James Brothers scrapyard, and 

·       The stalled former Power Station development land. 

These sites have remained undeveloped for years, blighting the area, attracting anti-social behaviour, and contributing nothing to local housing need or community wellbeing. 

This Council believes: 

That speculative land banking is unacceptable in the face of a housing crisis. 

That there is a duty to local residents to use all available means to bring these sites forward for affordable housing development, in line with Labour’s policy of delivering social and council homes. 

This Council therefore resolves to: 

1.    Undertake an urgent audit of all vacant or stalled development sites across BCP.

2.    Assess each site’s potential to deliver affordable housing, with a published report outlining options and obstacles. 

3.    Use  ...  view the full agenda text for item 34.

Resumption of meeting: 16 September 2025.

Council was advised that five motions had been received on this occasion.

REPAIR AND RE-USE INITIATIVES

The following motion was submitted in accordance with Procedure Rule 9 of the Meeting Procedure Rules and was moved by Councillor R Herrett and seconded by Councillor E Harman.

This Council notes:

The UK is the second highest producer of electronic waste per capita in the world. Repair and reuse is central to achieving a truly circular, less wasteful, economy. They help to tackle climate change and achieve our net zero ambition, reduce living costs for UK households and create green skilled jobs. There is strong public support for further repair and re-use initiatives, and for manufacturers to enable spares and repairs to be easily accessible, affordable and installable.

This Council believes:

We should be responding to increasing public demand for repair services and skills, advocating for a return to a strong UK fixing economy and championing reuse to give products a second life. Repair should be a thriving sector of our economy. Where products are designed to be durable and easily repairable by default and in which manufacturers actively support their products for as long as possible. A future where products are given a second life through reuse, repair is the easiest option for everyone when something breaks, and recycling is saved for the very end of a product’s useful life.

This Council resolves to:

a)    Endorse the Repair and Reuse Declaration;

b)    Support the Bournemouth Repair café and other organisations promoting Repair and Reuse across the BCP area through access to networks and space, and funds where available;

c)    Write to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and Energy and Climate change asking that they support the Repair and Reuse Declaration and examine measures that the government can take to further repair reuse in manufacturing, training in repair skills and supporting the community.

Council debated the motion, during which Councillor R Burton declared a personal interest as he was a Trustee of a charity concerned with waste and recycling.

Councillor D Brown also declared a personal interest as he was involved in the trade of vintage items.

Following debate, Council moved to the vote and it was:

RESOLVED: that:

This Council notes:

The UK is the second highest producer of electronic waste per capita in the world. Repair and reuse is central to achieving a truly circular, less wasteful, economy. They help to tackle climate change and achieve our net zero ambition, reduce living costs for UK households and create green skilled jobs. There is strong public support for further repair and re-use initiatives, and for manufacturers to enable spares and repairs to be easily accessible, affordable and installable.

This Council believes:

We should be responding to increasing public demand for repair services and skills, advocating for a return to a strong UK fixing economy and championing reuse to give products a second life. Repair should be a thriving sector of our economy. Where  ...  view the full minutes text for item 34.

The deadline for questions to be submitted to the Monitoring Officer is Monday 14 July 2025.

Question from Councillor P Cooper

Re. Carters Quay

Whilst welcoming the examination of the background to this development by the Audit & Governance Committee it is also necessary to move forward. Therefore, could the Leader ensure that local Councillors are kept fully involved and informed on the progress in resolving the outstanding issues? Also, will the Leader ensure that such updates are communicated effectively to offer reassurance to residents and avoids misinformation and disingenuous commentary?

Response from the Leader of the Council, Councillor M Earl

I can provide reassurance that officers are working on finding a resolution and will bring a report forward later this Autumn. I will ensure the need to consult ward councillors over the next few months before we make any decisions. 

Question from Councillor A-M Moriarty on behalf of Councillor P Canavan

As creative industries, financial services and clean energy are all included as priority sectors in the Government's industrial strategy what steps are being taken to take advantage of this in BCP?

In particular, the newly created Coastal Energy Partnership and the Dorset Clean Energy Supercluster create the potential for growth, jobs and bringing down energy bills across our region. These initiatives could unlock significant investment, create green jobs and transform our region into a clean energy powerhouse.

Can the portfolio holder outline how this administration is intending to help maximise this opportunity across our conurbation?

Response from the Leader of the Council, Councillor M Earl, on behalf of Cllr A Hadley, Cabinet Member for Climate Response, Environment and Energy

Councillor Canavan,

Much of the detail of how we achieve the growth jobs and energy bill stability/reduction is mapped out in our LEAP, which Council considered prior to the adjournment.

The Coastal Energy Partnership is a strong collaboration to support this, built on earlier sharing of experience and knowledge amongst partners, and includes the Universities and Bournemouth and Poole College. The College in particular is gearing up for sharing skills to support clean energy jobs, and Councillor Hadley was pleased to be involved in the launch of their new Green Energy Centre.

We are also grateful for help and support from our local MPs, both to date, and going forwards in promoting the value of investment in clean energy for our Region.

We hope to grow skills and attract investment to the priorities you identify, and with partners through the Coastal Energy Partnership to build and promote a vision to maximise this opportunity.

Question from Councillor S Bartlett

All of the signs that specify a cycling speed limit of 10 mph on Bournemouth promenade have been removed and replaced with signs that say  “No cycling 10am – 6pm July & August. Pedestrians have priority. Maintain courteous Speed”

Would the Cabinet Member for Destination, Leisure and Commercial Operations advise what the courteous speed is and how it is enforced?

Also, would the Cabinet member also advise why the original signs were removed and the cost of replacing them.

Response from Councillor R Herrett, Cabinet Member for Destination, Leisure  ...  view the full minutes text for item 35.

To consider any urgent decisions taken by the Chief Executive in accordance with the Constitution.

Aidan Dunn, Chief Executive, advised that the following urgent decisions had been taken since the previous meeting:

1. Acceptance of Additional Environment Agency Grant Funding - Poole Bridge to Hunger Hill Flood Defence Scheme (Decision taken by the previous Chief Executive);

2. Appointment of Interim Director of Law & Governance and Monitoring Officer;

3. Decision by Director of Operations: Replacement tele-handler.

The Leader introduced the report which sought Council approval to appoint Laura Ambler to the position of Corporate Director of Wellbeing, in accordance with the Council’s Constitution and statutory requirements.

RESOLVED: That Council approve the appointment of Laura Ambler to the position of Corporate Director of Wellbeing.

Voting: F:43 Ag:0 (3 abstentions)