Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive regarding the County Council’s continuing recovery activities resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on working towards economic recovery.
An overview of the report was given. It was reported that an updated prospectus for the County Deal was expected to be presented to Cabinet in July. The Leader commented that this timing would allow for feedback from District Council Leaders. He thanked the previous Leader for the work undertaken on the County Deal to date.
It was also noted that it was proposed to stand down the Local Outbreak Engagement Board (LOEB). The Leader thanked all staff for their hard work during the pandemic period. The Executive Member for Adult Services and Public Health noted that the LOEB could be resurrected in future if there was need.
The recommendations in the report were considered and agreed. A decision
record is attached to these minutes.