Decision details

The Chief Executive presented the report, which sought Cabinet approval to establish the Business in the Community and Rhondda Cynon Taf Place Partnership.

Business in the Community (BITC) was described as the UK’s largest and most influential responsible business network dedicated to building a fairer and greener world together. BITC is supported by His Majesty the King. BITC aim to inspire and challenge purposeful leaders to take practical action to mobilise their collective strength as a force for good in society.

The Leader was in support of the recommendations contained within the report.

The Deputy leader emphasised the importance of building community resilience and spoke of the recent financial hardships experienced by all.

The Cabinet RESOLVED:

1.    To approve the participation of the Council in the creation of the Business in the Community and Rhondda Cynon Taf Place Partnership; and

2.    To approve the allocation of resources identified in section 8 of the report.