Members may make any declarations at this point but may also make them at any time during the course of the meeting.

There were no declarations of interest made.

Consideration was given to a report which presented the up-to-date position in terms of the development of the Saxilby Neighbourhood Plan.  The report recommended that the Plan proceed to the Public Referendum stage following a successful independent examination.

The Committee welcomed the production of yet another Neighbourhood Plan.  These were invaluable in helping Members understand the community’s desires and aspirations.  Thanks were placed on record to all those involved in its production, acknowledging that at times this had proved difficult. 

The Committee commended the work undertaken by the Neighbourhood Planning Officer, the support he offered local communities and welcomed the submission of many more Neighbourhood Plans to come.

RESOLVED that the Saxilby Neighbourhood Plan be formally approved to advance to the Public Referendum stage, in line with the advice received from the Independent Examiner.