Decision details

RESOLVED:

That the Cabinet:

(a)  Confirm support for the revised vision, objectives and actions; and

(b)  Delegate authority to the Executive Head for Planning, Regeneration and Economy to respond to the consultation on the Draft Partnership Plan 2021-2026 in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Planning, Regeneration and Infrastructure.

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Planning, Regeneration and Infrastructure.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

The Portfolio Holder for Planning, Regeneration and Infrastructure introduced the report and welcomed the opportunity to work with partners to ensure the National Park was sustained for the future.  The consultation sought to strengthen and set out clear priorities and actions whilst encouraging engagement with communities.  The Portfolio Holder for Partnering and Wellbeing looked forward to the opportunity for collaborating with partners on the wellbeing aspects of the plan.

In response to questions relating to the engagement of Town and Parish Councils in the plan, it was confirmed that this was addressed as part of the day to day work on delivery, with many options for engagement such as the recent Walking and Cycling Strategy.  However, the Portfolio Holder was happy to pick this suggestion up as part of the consultation response to the National Park Authority.

The Partnership Plan will also be considered by organisations with interests and responsibilities in the New Forest National Park