Decisions

Decisions

20/09/2023 - High Needs Budget 2024/25

To approve the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) high needs budget for 2024/25 as recommended by Schools Forum.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member children and young people

Decision due date: 29/03/2024

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Malcolm Green

Notice of decision: 20/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


20/09/2023 - Schools Budget 2024/25

To approve school forum’s recommended budget
proposals for school budgets, central school services and
early years within the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) for
2024/25

Decision Maker: Cabinet member children and young people

Decision due date: 26/01/2024

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Malcolm Green

Notice of decision: 20/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


20/09/2023 - City Greening (part of the Hereford City Centre Improvements (HCCI))

To gain a decision regarding the delivery of the detailed design phase of the City Greening project, part of HCCI

Decision Maker: Cabinet member transport and infrastructure

Decision due date: 11/10/2023

Wards affected: Central;

Lead officer: Mark Averill, Jennifer Hilton-Trout, Susan White

Notice of decision: 20/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


19/09/2023 - Local and National Schools Funding Update

To seek the views of the forum on local and national school funding issues,
including the recommendations of the budget working group (BWG) on the
following matters:
*Spotlight Consultations
*De-delegation proposals
*Draft school budget consultation paper
*SEN Protection scheme funding

Decision Maker: Herefordshire Schools Forum

Decision due date: 20/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Malcolm Green

Notice of decision: 19/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


19/09/2023 - Corporate Asset Review

To carry out a review of all small land parcels with a recommendation to retain or dispose of the asset.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member community services and assets

Decision due date: 01/12/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett

Notice of decision: 19/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


19/09/2023 - Special Educational Needs and/or Disability Action Plan

To update the committee on the SEND Action Plan

Decision Maker: Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee

Decision due date: 26/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Maxine David, Liz Farr, Darryl Freeman, Caroline Marshall

Notice of decision: 19/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


15/09/2023 - To Spend Changing Places Grant Funding

To Spend the accepted Changing Places Grant Funding from the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Decision Maker: Chief finance officer

Decision due date: 25/08/2023

Wards affected: Central; Widemarsh;

Lead officer: Johnathan Pritchard

Notice of decision: 15/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


15/09/2023 - Adoption of the Herefordshire Minerals & Waste Local Plan

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 25/01/2024

Lead officer: Victoria Eaton

Notice of decision: 15/09/2023


15/09/2023 - 2024/25 Capital Investment Budget and Capital Strategy Update

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 25/01/2024

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Karen Morris

Notice of decision: 15/09/2023


15/09/2023 - 2022/23 Financial Statement Audit Progress

To report progress on 2022/23 audit of the statutory accounts.

Decision Maker: Audit and Governance Committee

Decision due date: 27/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Rachael Hart

Notice of decision: 15/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


11/09/2023 - UKSPF Start Up Provision ref: 9652    Recommendations Approved

To agree to proceed to procurement through the council’s procurement portal to appoint up to two business start-up providers. Providers will provide advice, guidance, training and mentoring to entrepreneurs as part of Herefordshire’s UKSPF Investment Plan – Measure E24: Training hubs, business support offers, incubators & accelerators. This contract is for F/Ys 23/24 & 24/25.

This commission relates to a package of business support to be delivered under E24: Training hubs, business support offers, incubators & accelerators in financial years 23/24 & 24/25 of the UKSPF Investment Plan, in particular supporting entrepreneurs to become enterprise ready and for 25% of those receiving support, to then go on to start up a business.

Decision Maker: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 11/09/2023

Lead officer: Nadine Kinsey


13/09/2023 - To grant a lease of The Chapel, Venns Lane, Hereford ref: 9651    Recommendations Approved

• Herefordshire College of Arts (HCA) currently occupy these premises under a lease that has expired.
• Terms have been agreed for a further lease of one year whilst the renewal lease of the main campus is negotiated.

Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 13/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


13/09/2023 - To grant a lease of The Hive, Venns Lane, Hereford ref: 9650    Recommendations Approved

• Herefordshire College of Arts (HCA) currently occupy these premises under a lease that has expired.
• Terms have been agreed for a further lease of one year whilst the renewal lease of the main campus is negotiated.

Decision Maker: Acting Assistant Director for Highways and Transport

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 13/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


08/09/2023 - Award a contract to carry out boiler improvements to Nelson House and Maylord Orchard, Hereford, up to a value of £160,421.25 ref: 9649    Recommendations Approved

These works are part of the Capital Building Improvement Programme 2022/25

The required improvement works have been assessed and prioritised based upon select criteria which covers health and safety, operational need, impact and lifecycle and value.

Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 08/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


08/09/2023 - Lease in respect of Unit 43, 1-2 The Atrium, Maylord Orchards Centre, Hereford ref: 9648    Recommendations Approved

1. The unit is currently vacant. It was planned to be used as part of the library project and as such is available on a short term basis.
2. The tenant’s wishes to take a lease of the property.
3. The Shopping centre comprises multiple retail units, some of which have been vacant for some time and it is important that occupation levels are maximized so that the holding costs incurred by the Council are mitigated.
4. The Council’s external agent for the centre Wright Silverwood has recommended the action.
5. The Terms agreed leave the Tenant responsible for payment of the rent, landlord Service Charge, business rates, insurance, utilities and internal repairs.


Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 08/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


07/09/2023 - Licence to occupy part Central Area Car Park Leominster to Leominster Town Council(LTC) ref: 9647    Recommendations Approved

• LTC propose to carry out refurbishment of their public toilets which are situated in the Central Area car park which is owned by Herefordshire Council.
• During the period of the work they require a storage and parking area in which to set up their works compound and ensure the safety of users of the car park
• The parking manager has been consulted and has no objection to use of part of the car park in the immediate vicinity for this purpose
• Terms for a 3 month licence to occupy have been agreed with LTC providing for the council to be compensated for loss of parking income and payment of the council’s fees in the matter
• LTC to be responsible for carrying out appropriate prior consultation with the local community, managing the altered traffic flows around the car park during the works and to provide appropriate signage, markings and personnel to ensure minimal disruption to users is caused
• Safe access to users of the car park to the parking machine adjacent to the toilets to be maintained at all times
• LTC to be responsible for full reinstatement of any damage caused as a result of use of the car park

Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 07/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


05/09/2023 - Lease for Air Quality Monitoring Station on land at Poppy Walk (Staddlestones Circle Open Space) Hereford ref: 9646    Recommendations Approved

• The land comprises a small plot of land (less than 2m²) forming part of the Staddlestones Circle public open space at Poppy Walk Hereford which is owned by the council.
• The Environment Agency (EA) have requested that the council grant them a lease permitting them to install a monitoring station on the land to enable them to monitor air quality in the vicinity.
• The monitoring station will form part of the national network aimed at gathering data to assess compliance with The Environmental Targets (Fine Particulate Matter) (England) Regulations 2023.
• The grant of a lease constitutes a disposal of public open space and will be advertised in the local press in line with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1972
• Terms for a lease have been provisionally agreed providing for the payment of an annual rent for the land and on the basis that the EA will pay the council’s legal and advertising costs to a maximum of £1,000.


Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 05/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


06/09/2023 - Reopening of the Local Housing Related Support and Accommodation Framework for Care Experienced Young People aged 16-25 ref: 9645    Recommendations Approved

It is anticipated that reopening the Framework will attract new Providers which will continue to support the development of a portfolio of good quality and safe accommodation for Care Leavers and 16 and 17 year old Children in Care within Herefordshire.

The Framework will continue to complement commissioned accommodation and support services for care experienced young people and support the vision and principles of the looked after children and complex needs Placement Sufficiency strategy 2024 - 2029. The placements will be led by the needs of the young people to achieve positive outcomes.

An enhanced local offer of appropriate accommodation will allow vulnerable young people to remain close to their local connections and ensure they receive the support and opportunities to successfully transition into adulthood, whilst providing a cost effective service in county. The Framework focuses on Providers able to offer services in Herefordshire to support young people’s continued contact with social and family networks and community participation.

Decision Maker: Corporate Director - Children & Young People

Decision published: 14/09/2023

Effective from: 06/09/2023

Lead officer: Darryl Freeman


12/09/2023 - Launch of Herefordshire's Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy

This report presents a brief review of the launch of the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy event which took place on 12 July 2023

Decision Maker: Health and Wellbeing Board

Decision due date: 25/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Matt Pearce

Notice of decision: 12/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


12/09/2023 - Health and Wellbeing Board Terms of Reference

For the Health and Wellbeing Board (HWB) to consider the revised terms of reference at appendix 1 and provide comments before recommending the changes to Council.

Decision Maker: Health and Wellbeing Board

Decision due date: 25/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Matt Pearce

Notice of decision: 12/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


12/09/2023 - Families Commission

To update the Scrutiny Committee on the Families Commission report

Decision Maker: Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee

Decision due date: 26/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Gail Hancock

Notice of decision: 12/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


12/09/2023 - Housing Benefit Risk Based Verification Policy

To approve the policy for 2024/25 and provide retrospective approval for the period since implementation.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 28/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Rachael Hart

Notice of decision: 12/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


07/09/2023 - River water pollution

This report presents information for the committee to consider regarding the factors contributing to the pollution of rivers and watercourses and a summary of the council’s duties and powers to address river pollution.

Decision Maker: Environment and Sustainability Scrutiny Committee

Decision due date: 25/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Ben Boswell

Notice of decision: 07/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


24/08/2023 - Occupational therapy assessment support, via a six month contract variation, to the Integrated Community Equipment Service ref: 9643    Recommendations Approved

There is currently a significant shortage of directly employed Occupational Therapists at Herefordshire Council, which has contributed to a substantial backlog of statutory OT assessments.

Currently there are 508 outstanding OT assessments within the council and in order to reduce some of the backlog, NRS has confirmed it can complete approximately 200 OT assessments in six months from 29 August 2023 to 28 February 2024.

Failure to undertake assessments within a reasonable time would mean Herefordshire Council is not meeting its statutory obligations under the Care Act 2014, therefore this solution ensures the council’s responsibilities are fully met.

NRS currently delivers the council’s Integrated Community Equipment Service and has a proven track record of prevention and helping to keep individuals healthy within our communities, which supports the Herefordshire Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2023 – 2033.

The additional OT assessments will not affect NRS’ current contract delivery / obligations and is permitted within the ICES contract.

Decision Maker: Corporate Director - Community Wellbeing

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 24/08/2023

Lead officer: Hilary Hall


07/09/2023 - Lease renewal in respect of Unit 35, 5 Commercial Street, Maylord Orchards Centre, Hereford ref: 9642    Recommendations Approved

1. The current lease is contracted inside the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 meaning that since their lease expired on 7th October 2022 they have been holding over on the previous lease terms.
2. The tenant’s wishes to take a new lease of the property on re-negotiated terms.
3. The Shopping centre comprises multiple retail units, some of which have been vacant for some time and it is important that occupation levels are maximized so that the holding costs incurred by the Council are mitigated.
4. The Council’s external agent for the centre Wright Silverwood has recommended the action.
5. The Terms agreed leave the Tenant responsible for payment of the rent, landlord Service Charge, business rates, insurance, utilities and internal repairs.


Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 07/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


07/09/2023 - New lease Unit 35 Three Elms Trading Estate, Hereford ref: 9641    Recommendations Approved

This industrial unit is to be held within the council property investment portfolio to provide revenue to support delivery of council services.
The unit is to be let at open market terms to provide rental income and reduce the council’s property holding costs in terms of Business rates and maintenance

Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 07/09/2023

Lead officer: Sarah Jowett


10/07/2023 - Decision to prosecute one defendant for persistent unauthorised absence from school of one child. College. 10.07.23 ref: 9640    Recommendations Approved

To prosecute one defendant for failing to secure the attendance of a compulsory school age registered child from the dates of 1st November 2022 to 28th March 2023, contrary to Section 444(1) of the Education Act 1996 using the Single Justice Procedure.

Decision Maker: Officer Decisions - Economy and Enviroment

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 10/07/2023

Lead officer: Marc Willimont


29/08/2023 - Explosives Licence (Fireworks) for 2 years at Tesco, Ledbury. Ledbury North ref: 9639    Recommendations Approved

To grant an explosives licence to Tesco, Ledbury, in accordance with The Explosives Regulations 2014 along with any relevant guidance issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for 2 years – Expiry 31st August 2025.

Decision Maker: Officer Decisions - Economy and Enviroment

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 29/08/2023

Lead officer: David Hough


29/09/2023 - Explosives Licence (Fireworks) for 2 years at Tesco, Abbotsmead Road, Hereford. Belmont Rural. 29.08.23 ref: 9638    Recommendations Approved

To grant an explosives licence to Tesco, Abbotsmead Road, Hereford, in accordance with The Explosives Regulations 2014 along with any relevant guidance issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for 2 years – Expiry 31st August 2025

Decision Maker: Officer Decisions - Economy and Enviroment

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 29/09/2023

Lead officer: David Hough


17/08/2023 - Explosives Licence (Fireworks) for 5 years at Gwalia Stores, Broad Street, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire. Ross West. 17.08.23 ref: 9637    Recommendations Approved

To grant an explosives licence to Gwalia Stores, Broad Street, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, in accordance with The Explosives Regulations 2014 along with any relevant guidance issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for 5 years – Expiry 31st August 2028.

Decision Maker: Officer Decisions - Economy and Enviroment

Decision published: 07/09/2023

Effective from: 17/08/2023

Lead officer: David Hough


06/09/2023 - 220646 - TURNPIKE CARAVAN SITE, PEMBRIDGE, HEREFORDSHIRE, HR6 9JZ ref: 9635    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Planning and Regulatory Committee

Made at meeting: 06/09/2023 - Planning and Regulatory Committee

Decision published: 06/09/2023

Effective from: 06/09/2023

Decision:

Application refused contrary to the case officer’s recommendation.

Wards affected: Arrow;


06/09/2023 - 192515 - BALANCE FARM, TITLEY, KINGTON, HEREFORDSHIRE, HR5 3RL ref: 9636    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Planning and Regulatory Committee

Made at meeting: 06/09/2023 - Planning and Regulatory Committee

Decision published: 06/09/2023

Effective from: 06/09/2023

Decision:

Application deferred.

Wards affected: Arrow;


05/09/2023 - Public realm contract extension 2023

To approve an extension of the public realm service contract with Balfour Beatty Living Places in line with contract terms and conditions and provide an update on contract management arrangements.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 26/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Dave Martin

Notice of decision: 05/09/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


22/08/2023 - Dormant Company Status - Balfour Beatty Living Places

To note the dormant company status of Balfour Beatty Living Places (BBLP)

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 26/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Dave Martin

Notice of decision: 21/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


21/08/2023 - Procurement of new waste collection service - update

This report seeks to update on the procurement of the new waste collection service. This follows the adoption of the council’s new Waste Management Strategy in July 2021 and the subsequent Cabinet decision to adopt a new waste collection model in November 2021.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 05/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Ben Boswell

Notice of decision: 21/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Part exempt


18/08/2023 - Marches Forward Partnership Memorandum of Understanding

This report seeks approval for the council to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Herefordshire Council, Shropshire Council and Monmouthshire and Powys County Councils for collaboration as a Marches Forward Partnership.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 28/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Roger Allonby

Notice of decision: 18/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


11/08/2023 - Winter Service 2023/24

To seek approval for the arrangements being made for the provision of winter service during the period of 2023 through to 2024 season, as set out in the Winter Service Plan.

The Winter Service Plan continues to build on existing best practice and the findings of reviews that have taken place both locally and nationally. Herefordshire Council will continue to meet its duties towards the maintenance of the highway network in full and by working in partnership with Herefordshire’s communities, wherever practicable, enhance the county’s resilience to the impact of prolonged or severe winter weather.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member roads and regulatory services

Decision due date: Before 30/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Bruce Evans

Notice of decision: 11/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


03/08/2023 - Capital Programme Review and Update

To recommend to Council proposed in year adjustments to the capital programme. Including removal of existing unfunded projects and proposed investment additions.

 

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 05/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Karen Morris

Notice of decision: 03/08/2023


03/08/2023 - High Needs Capital Grant: Hampton Dene Primary School, Extension of Learning Communication Centre

To approve spend from the High Needs Capital Grant to extend Hampton Dene Primary School Learning and Communication Centre.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 28/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Karen Knight, Caroline Marshall, Quentin Mee, Rhiannon Pailing

Notice of decision: 03/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


03/08/2023 - Hereford Public Art Strategy

To approve a public art strategy for Hereford city centre

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 21/12/2023

Wards affected: Central; Greyfriars; Widemarsh;

Lead officer: Sarah Lee

Notice of decision: 03/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


03/08/2023 - Wye Valley Trust (WVT) Investment Partnership Model

To develop a business case outlining options for a preferred investment model and;

to approve the preferred investment model option for the Wye Valley Trust and Herefordshire Council partnership to enable the development of an Education Centre at Hereford County Hospital

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 25/01/2024

Wards affected: Central;

Lead officer: Joni Hughes, Sarah Morris

Notice of decision: 03/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


03/08/2023 - Herefordshire and Worcestershire Group Training Association Ltd (HWGTA) Investment Partnership Model

To develop a business case outlining options for a preferred investment model and;

to approve the preferred investment model option for the HWGTA Ltd and Herefordshire Council partnership to enable the development of a vocational centre of excellence on Skylon Park.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 23/11/2023

Wards affected: Dinedor Hill;

Lead officer: Joni Hughes, Gabriela Singh

Notice of decision: 03/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


02/08/2023 - Local Authority Lottery Scheme

To explore the options relating to the establishment of a local authority lottery scheme for Herefordshire which would support the local voluntary and community sector across Herefordshire

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 23/11/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Joni Hughes, Sarah Osborne

Notice of decision: 01/08/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


01/08/2023 - Q1 Budget and Performance Report

To review performance for Quarter 1 2023/24 and to report the forecast position for 2023/24, including explanation and analysis of the drivers for the material budget variances, and outline current and planned recovery activity to reduce the forecast overspend.

 

To provide assurance that progress has been made towards delivery of the agreed revenue budget and service delivery targets, and that the reasons for major variances or potential under-performance are understood and are being addressed to the cabinet’s satisfaction.

 

The forecast 2023/24 outturn shows a net overspend of £13.5 million.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 28/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Appy Reddy

Notice of decision: 24/07/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


26/07/2023 - Review Of The Full Business Case For The Shirehall As A Location For The Future Of Hereford City Library

This is a paper assessing the full business case with a recommendation for the future location.

 

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 26/10/2023

Wards affected: Central;

Lead officer: Hilary Hall, Susan White

Notice of decision: 26/07/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


25/07/2023 - Q3 Budget and Performance Report

To review performance for Quarter 3 2023/24 and the forecast budget outturn for the year.

To provide assurance that progress has been made towards delivery of the agreed revenue budget and service delivery targets, and that the reasons for major variances or potential under-performance are understood and are being addressed to the cabinet’s satisfaction.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 22/02/2024

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Appy Reddy

Notice of decision: 25/07/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


25/07/2023 - Q2 Budget and Performance Report

To review performance for Quarter 2 2023/24 and the forecast budget outturn for the year.

To provide assurance that progress has been made towards delivery of the agreed revenue budget and service delivery targets, and that the reasons for major variances or potential under-performance are understood and are being addressed to the cabinet’s satisfaction.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 23/11/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Appy Reddy

Notice of decision: 25/07/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


21/07/2023 - Public Realm Contract Extension    Abandoned

To approve an extension of the public realm service contract, with Balfour Beatty Living Places, in line with contract terms and conditions.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 26/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Dave Martin

Notice of decision: 21/07/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


28/06/2023 - Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Main Grant

To agree to receive the allocation of LEVI capital grant monies for on street EV chargepoints

Decision Maker: Cabinet member transport and infrastructure

Decision due date: 29/09/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Danny Lenain

Notice of decision: 28/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


22/06/2023 - Recommissioning of Herefordshire Intensive Support Service (HIPSS)

To approve the recommissioning of the HIPSS Service for 2024/25 and beyond.

To agree that delegated authority is given to the Corporate Director Children and Families should any changes or amendments need to be made throughout the commissioning process and contract period.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member children and young people

Decision due date: 09/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: John Burgess, Ellie Sheers

Notice of decision: 22/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


08/06/2023 - Report to identify options to deliver registered residential children home provision in county for children and young people aged 11-18

Report to identify options to deliver registered residential children home provision in county for children and young people aged 11-18

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 23/11/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Abbey Collings

Notice of decision: 08/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


08/06/2023 - Commissioning of the Herefordshire NHS Health Checks Service

This report is seeking approval for the re-commissioning of NHS Health Checks Service for residents within the county of Herefordshire. The report sets out the key information relating to the current service provision and the ambitions for the recommissioned service to commence on 1 April 2024.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member adults, health and wellbeing

Decision due date: 13/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Luke Bennett

Notice of decision: 08/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


08/06/2023 - All Age Carers Strategy

To approve the all age carers strategy, setting out Herefordshire's approach to improving carers lives and experiences

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 28/03/2024

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Hayley Doyle

Notice of decision: 08/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


08/06/2023 - Herefordshire and Worcestershire All Age Autism Strategy

To approve the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Autism Strategy, developed in partnership with Worcestershire County Council and the Integrated Care Board

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 21/12/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Hayley Doyle

Notice of decision: 08/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


08/06/2023 - New care facility

To consider and agree the business case to invest in and develop the council’s own care facility in Herefordshire to meet future demand

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/02/2024

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Hilary Hall, Hayley Doyle

Notice of decision: 08/06/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


19/05/2023 - Delivery Plan 2023/24

To agree proposals for the Delivery Plan 2023/24. Each year Cabinet is required to produce a delivery plan which sets out how the strategic ambitions within the council’s County Plan 2020-24 will be delivered and monitored.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 26/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Appy Reddy, Amy Pitt

Notice of decision: 19/05/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


19/05/2023 - Objectives for New Herefordshire Local Transport Plan

To agree the objectives for the new Herefordshire Local Transport Plan (LTP) and to approve the updated timetable for its development.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 26/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Geoff Pickford

Notice of decision: 19/05/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


04/05/2023 - Acquisition of a strategic property in Hereford to deliver affordable housing

To approve the strategic purchase and outline redevelopment of a property in the Central ward of Hereford within a defined budget and to authorise officers, following appropriate consultation and due diligence, to proceed with the acquisition and development project.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member community services and assets

Decision due date: 31/10/2023

Wards affected: Central;

Lead officer: Hayley Crane, Matthew Locking

Notice of decision: 04/05/2023

Anticipated restriction: Part exempt  - view reasons

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
This report is open but appendices A and B are exempt by virtue of the paragraph 3 (below) from the Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972, (as amended) and the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information.

Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).


01/03/2023 - Thrive Transformation Programme - commissioning of support for invest to save projects

To agree to the allocation of funds for commissioning consultancy support to accelerate the delivery of savings from transformation activity for the 2023/24 budget.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member finance and corporate services

Decision due date: 23/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Nigel Thomas

Notice of decision: 01/03/2023

This decision will be taken under urgency procedures.

Reason for urgency:
Next year’s budget is predicated on transformation, as set out in the report to Scrutiny Management Board in January, and this decision is implementing what was set out in the budget report. Any delay to the work will have a significant impact on the ability to generate savings for the 2023-24 budget.

Anticipated restriction: Open


23/02/2023 - 2023 to 2027 Capital Investment in Managing Ash Die Back in Herefordshire

Investment to manage the impact of Ash Die Back in Herefordshire. The impact is growing, the investment is to remove the risk and to re invest in green infrastructure to mitigate the impact.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member transport and infrastructure

Decision due date: 16/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Bruce Evans

Notice of decision: 23/02/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open


23/02/2023 - 2023 to 2027 Capital Investment in Highways Infrastructure

To approve the investment following budget approval from full council meeting.

Decision Maker: Cabinet member transport and infrastructure

Decision due date: 09/10/2023

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Bruce Evans

Notice of decision: 23/02/2023

Anticipated restriction: Open