Decision details

Date of Decision:

24^th March 2025

Title:

Swinton Public Spaces Consultation

Decision Maker:

(Including Job Title)

Simon Moss, Assistant Director, Planning Regeneration & Transport  

Details of Specific Cabinet Delegation

or Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.

In conjunction with the Government Departments or other bodies, the implementation of any decision in respect of the promotion of Economic Development and RegenerationSub-scheme of delegation Assistant Director Planning Regeneration & Transport page 24.

Decision:

To share the plans being developed to transform the public space in the heart of Swinton, around the Civic Hall and local shops, providing an opportunity for residents and the public to review the proposals and share their feedback.

Reasons for the Decision:

To ensure local residents, businesses and stakeholders have a clear understanding of the proposed plans, and confidence that they will be listened to and involved in the consultation process.

Details of alternative options considered and rejected:

Recommended: Public consultation and engagement is essential to enable residents and stakeholders to contribute to the development of any regeneration scheme. Therefore, the undertaking of in person and online formats are recommended. 

Not recommended: The Council may choose to develop and implement the proposals without consultation. This option does not allow residents to shape Council services and is therefore not recommended.

Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision:

Report author not made aware of any conflicts

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Reports or parts of reports considered

The report of Simon Moss, Assistant Director of Planning, Regeneration & Transport – Swinton Public Spaces Consultation