Issue - meetings

Report of the Director of Neighbourhoods and Development enclosed.

Decision made (unanimously):

That Cabinet approves the South Ribble updated Local Prevention Zone Framework and notes that this is a dynamic document that will be amended on a frequent basis in line with the dynamic risk-based response.

The Leader of the Council presented a report of the Director of Neighbourhoods and Development seeking approval for the updated South Ribble Local Prevention Zone framework. The Leader took the opportunity to thank all staff for their ongoing hard work during the pandemic.

Councillor Clark referred to the five posts to be funded by Lancashire County Council until March 2022. The Director of Neighbourhoods and Development agreed to provide further information to Councillor Clark following the meeting.

Decision made (unanimously):

That Cabinet approves the South Ribble updated local prevention zone framework and notes that this is a dynamic document that will be amended on a frequent basis in line with dynamic risk-based response.

Reasons for Decision

The South Ribble Local Prevention Zone Framework sets out how the Council will work with partners, businesses and the public at a local level to prevent, contain and manage outbreaks. Successful local management will break the chains of COVID-19 transmission to enable people to return to and maintain a more normal way of life.

Alternative options considered and rejected

The alternative option would be to continue with the status quo.   However,

If the status quo was to be maintained, it is likely that the Council would not have an agreed framework to clarify responsibilities and empower the Council to take preventative action and make strong decisions locally.