Decision details

Members were provided with the report of the Chief Executive which looked to provide details of ‘Brexit’, ensuring Members were aware of the potential impact of Brexit, in its various forms; to help inform future Council decision making; and supporting local residents and businesses that could be affected by the significant economic change in the relationship between the UK and EU.

The Chief Executive noted that many changes had taken place in respect of the Brexit Deal taken forward by the Prime Minister since publication of the paper. Members were referred to section 6 of the report which looked at how Brexit could impact local Government.

The Leader thanked the Chief Executive for the update and spoke of the concerns that he had raised with the WLGA in respect of Brexit and the impact this may have on the Council going forward.  He referred to the potential convergence funding replacement which may see substantial funds coming directly through to the regions within Wales, bypassing the devolution process.   The Leader also spoke of the uncertainty going forward and the potential impact Brexit may have with food supplies and the potential of a period of civil unrest.  He added that procurement were looking into the current food provision to try to establish any impact.

Members of the Cabinet commented on the report and the uncertainty going forward with Members agreeing that a further briefing report should be provided at Council, to ensure all Members were aware of the current position.

County Borough Councillor P Jarman also spoke on this item.

Following discussions it was RESOLVED:

1.    To note the information contained within the report.

2.    To request further briefings in the period to 29^th March 2019.

3.    That a report on Brexit be presented to the Council meeting on the 28^th November, 2018.

(N.B. County Borough Councillors M. Adams joined the meeting during this item.)