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Chris Dean was present to introduce this report and show a video of the work done by the Moors for the Future Team. He expressed confidence in the success of the MoorLIFE 2020 bid. On questioning he confirmed that a contract made with the Commission would be binding regardless of the outcome of the impending referendum on Britain’s position within the European Union.

Members thanked the Project Manager and the MFTF Project Team for their work in preparing the bid. The Chief Executive also added her personal thanks to everyone involved.

Officers updated Recommendation 1 to include the addition of values already shown in the report.

The amended recommendations were moved, seconded, voted upon and carried.

RESOLVED:

1.    That the Audit Resources and Performance Committee supports the MoorLIFE 2020 Business Plan at a value of €16,046,116 and accepts the grant of €12,034,587 from the Commission.

2.    That the contracting details with the Commission, the Co-financers and the Associated Beneficiaries will be signed by the CEO in consultation with the Moors for the Future Partnership Manager, the Chief Finance Officer and the Head of Law.

3.    That the Authority may, subject to compliance with its procurement standing orders, enter into contracts for the delivery of the business plan.