Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure and strategic nature / impact on communities;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 25/08/2026

General exception notice

This item is subject to the General Exception procedure. It is proposed to take a key decision on the decision date shown below. It would be impracticable to defer the decision. This notice has been issued to the chairman of the relevant overview and scrutiny committee.

Reason for urgency:
It is necessary to take this decision urgently due to the need to undertake further design and cost planning work under the Pre Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) before we are in position to let a construction contract.

Decision due: 24 September 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cabinet member transport and infrastructure

Lead director: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment

Department: Economy and Environment

Contact: Scott Tompkins, Delivery Director - Infrastructure Email: scott.tompkins@herefordshire.gov.uk.

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