Minutes 159 and 170 (Review of civic flag flying arrangements)

Councillor Gant asked about cross-party involvement in one-off requests to fly particular flags, as this was a civic matter. Councillor Brown, Leader, replied that she would generally seek cross-party views before a decision was made, especially where a request might cause controversy.

Minute 162 (Securing Social Value through Procurement)

Councillor Simmons asked about the process to determine ‘social value’ when assessing contracts. Councillor Turner replied that the Scrutiny (or Finance Panel if they wished) may in due course ask for a report on the process, and an update report once the principle was better-established.