Agenda item

The Chair invited Sonika Sidhu to introduce the update. Sonika noted that the update discussed work not covered in the substantive reports including planning reform and the EU Exit process.

In the subsequent discussion the following points were raised by members;

-          Concerns were noted with the guidance being provided to local authorities ahead of Britain leaving the EU.

-          It was also felt that authorities had not been regularly contacted by MHCLG for assurances purposes on the preparations for the EU Exit.

-          Significant concerns were highlighted by members on the impact of the EU Exit on Port Authorities. It was noted that the guidance received by authorities had been confusing and subject to significant delays. Paul Green (Adviser) added that current guidance for Port Authorities would be circulated to members after the meeting. Paul urged members of raise specific concerns with officers for liaison with MHCLG.

-          The Chair requested for a written update on planning reform and proposed changes to the new homes allocations to be circulated to the Board’s Lead Members.

Decision

The members of the City Regions Board noted the update.

Actions

-          Officers to proceed in line with members comments

-          Port Authority guidance to be circulated to members

-          Planning Update to be shared with City Regions Board Lead Members