That:

a) The Cabinet Member agrees to the purchase of a freehold property as set out in

appendix A and subject to completion of all the due diligence process and the Director

of Resources and Assurance being satisfied that the purchase provides value for money;

b) A budget of up to £1,120,000 is agreed to complete the purchase, all other associated fees and refurbishment; and

c) The Corporate Director, Economy & Environment, following consultation with the

Cabinet Member Commissioning, Procurement and Assets, be authorised to take all

operational decisions to complete the purchase and undertake subsequent improvement works.