Agenda item

The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director of Neighbourhoods and Climate Change which set out a statement of environmental ambitions for the County Council and requested approval of the adoption of a nationally recognised environmental management system and accreditation.  The report also requested that Cabinet consider strategic governance arrangements that will help lead in the corporate coordination of environmental activity in fulfilment of these ambitions, especially those linked to climate change (for copy see file of minutes).

Councillor Stephens, Portfolio Holder for Neighbourhoods and Partnerships, spoke of the Council’s strong track record in environmental performance and he added that the proposals in the report build on this success.  Councillor Hovvels remarked that the proposals ensure that environmental commitments are incorporated into the Council’s core values and reinforce its commitment to tackle climate change.

Resolved:

That the recommendations in the report be approved.