Agenda item

Cllr Shirley Flint introduced the Productivity Programme update, which, as well as an update, detailed the proposed LGA response to the EU Procurement Directive consultation.

Members very much supported the programme and highlighted the need to continue promoting aspects of the programme further.

Members discussed the response to the EU Procurement Directive consultation and in particular raised:

·         Concerns about the procurement system denying opportunities for smaller and medium sized enterprises to complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and its impact on social enterprises.

·         The impact of portal based systems on smaller enterprises.

·         The potential impact of the Trans-Atlantic Trade Treaty.

·         As regards the wider productivity work, members question the impact and value for money of Broadband investment.

Decisions

Members noted the report.

Members agreed the response, with some additions being made following their discussion.

Actions

·         To take away feedback on the consultation and make the necessary additions prior to submission.