RESOLVED:
That the Cabinet:
1) Approves the Strategic Climate Action Plan Review to be consulted upon.
2) Approves the Consultation Strategy and for the public consultation to be undertaken in accordance with it.
Reasons for decision
Following the Council’s climate declaration in 2020 and the first Strategic Climate Action Plan adopted in 2021, Cabinet agreed to a review of the Plan and public consultation on it.
The Cabinet Member for Residents’ Services introduced the report, noting the progress that had been made to-date and the proposed actions for the next three years. Highlights mentioned included a 54% reduction in the Council’s carbon footprint and ongoing efforts to further reduce emissions through improvements in Council buildings and fleet purchases, including electric and more efficient vehicles. The report also addressed the impact of the changing climate and weather patterns on flooding within the Borough, with the Cabinet Member noting that completed relief projects had successfully mitigated recent flooding events.
Alternative options considered and rejected
Cabinet could have decided not to meet its commitment to review the Plan.
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Relevant Select Committee |
Residents’ Services |
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Expiry date for any scrutiny call-in / date decision can be implemented (if no call-in) |
This matter can be called in by the relevant select committee by 5pm, Friday 18 October 2024. If not called-in, Cabinet’s decisions can then be implemented. |
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Officer(s) to action |
Ian Thynne |
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Directorate |
Central Services |
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Classification |
Public - The report and any background papers relating to this decision by the Cabinet are available to view on the Council's website or by visiting the Civic Centre, Uxbridge. |