Agenda item

Verbal update of the Town Clerk in conjunction with the minutes of the Member Development Steering Group meeting held on 7 September 2012 and the draft minutes of the meeting held on 7 December 2012 (copies attached).

The minutes of the Member Development Steering Group meetings held on 7 September 2012 and 7 December 2012 were received.

A Member enquired as to whether it was possible, after the elections, if any new deputies appointed to Wards could be trained and given any relevant documentation.  He stated that Alderman for that Ward should also explain to new Deputies what their function is.

A Member enquired as to the membership of the Steering Group.  The Town Clerk explained that an invitation is sent out to all Members and that the Group consists of long serving members and also new members.    He stated that there was a need to refresh this Group and that he would report back to the next meeting of the Steering Group with the Sub Committee’s views.

RECEIVED.