(a) Noted the report and the savings required in 2023/24 against FM budgets.
(b) Approved the recommended service delivery model to transition from an external service provider to a new mixed in-house and contracted out model.
(c) Delegated authority to the Executive Director of Housing & Property in consultation with the lead member for Leisure, Culture & Community Empowerment to:
(i) Decommission the Bouygues contract including transfer of staff back to the Council where required.
(ii) Procure and award contracts to specialist contractors (e.g., lifts, air conditioning) ensuring that local, SME and other suppliers have the opportunity to compete.