Decision details

MODERNISATION OF THE REGISTRATION SERVICE

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

To approve the proposal to establish a single registration district for Herefordshire and the implementation of a new governance framework.

Decision:

THAT:

 

(a)   the current six registration districts be amalgamated to provide a single registration district for Herefordshire, and;

 

(b) the new governance framework be implemented and the Head of Legal and Democratic Services as Proper Officer be delegated to submit a draft Scheme to the General Register Office for approval.

Reasons for the decision:

To continue the provision of the registration service to the public and to ensure the seamless transition during the new governance and legislative changes to the registration service.

Alternative options considered:

There are no Alternative Options.

Reason Key: Strategic nature / impact on communities;

Wards Affected: (All Wards);

Publication date: 18/10/2007

Date of decision: 11/10/2007

Effective from: 19/10/2007

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