Agenda item

The Minutes of the meetings held 10 September 2013 and 24 September 2013 were agreed as a correct record and were signed by the Chairman.

The Overview and Scrutiny Officer, Diane Close informed the Committee that with reference to Minute 9, 10 September 2013, Improving Economic Governance in the North East Local Enterprise Partnership Area, a draft Statutory Instrument/Guidance on the Combined Authority would be out for consultation in the next week or so.  It was intended that the response from the Authority will be shared with the Committee at the meeting on the 9December 2013, providing an opportunity for Members to comment.

In relation to Minute 6, 10 September 2013, Council’s Approach to Regeneration (page 4, first paragraph) it was noted that, concerning the work/engagement being undertaken with the University and Technical College, Councillor E Adam asked whether there was any further information/detail available.

The Overview and Scrutiny Officer confirmed that she would contact the relevant Officer to find out if there was any additional information available to forward to the Member.