Agenda item

Matt Scott-Campbell, Partnership Manager – Moors for The Future, was in attendance.  There was no additional comments to add to the published report.

It was noted that it was a very positive determination from OFWAT.  It does achieve positive impact and positive outcomes for moorland restoration, flood management and habitat restoration.

A motion to approve the recommendations as set out in the report was proposed, seconded, put to the vote and carried. 

RESOLVED:

1.    That the Authority supports the development and establishment of partnering agreements and associated contracts between PDNPA and Severn Trent Water, United Utilities and Yorkshire Water (Water Company partners) for the delivery of AMP 8 habitat restoration aspirations (capital works) and associated research and communications outcomesup to a maximum value of £20 million between 2025-2030.

2.    Approval of the terms of the funding from the Water Company partners is delegated to the to the Head of Assets and Enterprise in consultation with the Monitoring Officer and the Finance Manager / Chief Finance Officer (or such other person appointed under Section 151 of the Local Government Act 1972).

3.    That authority be delegated to the Authority Solicitor to enter into and determine the terms and conditions of the funding agreements for the Projects in the best interests of the Authority.

4.    That the Authority may, subject to compliance with its procurement standing orders, enter into contracts for the delivery of the Project outcomes.

5.    That the Projects be monitored by the Audit, Budget and Project Risk Management Group, or such other committee or group as may be appointed with this same remit.