Report of the Strategic Director for Regernation and Environment
Recommendation
1. That Cabinet note the decision consenting to the closure and removal of 9 BT phone boxes, but to retain 9 BT phone boxes under the local veto.
Minutes:
Consideration was given to the report which outlined the proposal by BT to close 18 pay phones across the Borough. Following public consultation in line with Ofcom requirements, a final decision was taken to consent to the closure of the telephony service and removal of 9 phone boxes. The local veto was applied to 9 phone boxes, meaning BT were required to keep those pay phones in use.
The final decision was taken by the Assistant Director – Planning, Regeneration and Transport, under the Council’s Scheme of Delegation. The schedule showing the decision on each of the 18 phone boxes proposed for removal by BT was included at Appendix 4 to the report.
Resolved:
That Cabinet note the decision consenting to the closure and removal of 9 BT phone boxes but to retain 9 BT phone boxes under the local veto.
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