Decision details

The Service Director, Frontline Services presented the report, which sought  Cabinet approval for the Integrated Transport Units of both Caerphilly and Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Councils to work collaboratively to create a centre of excellence for the delivery of passenger transport services across both local authorities.

Members were referred to Section 5 of the report, where outlined for consideration was the proposal to pool together resources under a memorandum of understanding, which would be overseen by a joint board/steering group.

The Service Director emphasised that only when a full 12 months of data is available will a full and clear picture be available on how the collaboration is performing against the original business and delivery plan.

The Cabinet Member for Environment, Leisure and Heritage Services praised the proposal and commented that residents would continue to receive the best services, despite a decrease in funding from the Government. The Cabinet Member commented that she looked forward to the review in 12 months.

The Deputy Leader was pleased with the proposal and commented that the report evidenced the willingness of the Council to engage with its neighbouring Local Authorities to enhance the services provided to residents.

The Cabinet RESOLVED:

1.    That Council officers work with Caerphilly County Borough Council to explore the creation of a centre of excellence for the delivery of passenger transport services across Caerphilly and Rhondda Cynon Taf; and

2.    That a further report be brought back to Cabinet on the outcome of that review for their formal consideration at a future date.