Minutes:
Councillor Stelling declared an interest in item 5(a) as it was within his division. He confirmed that he wished to speak in support of the item. It was agreed that he would leave the meeting during the debate.
Councillor McGaun declared an interest in item 5(b) as it was within his division but confirmed that he had made no pre-determination.
Councillor Marshall declared an interest in item 5(b) advising that the applicant was known to him and a family member was employed by NEAS. He confirmed that he wished to speak on the item but would leave the meeting during the debate.
In respect to item 5(b) Councillor Blakey advised that when she was Chair of the Council 10 years ago, North East Autism Society was her chosen charity.