Officers exercise delegated decision making powers in respect of both non-executive and executive functions of the Council.
The present Scheme of Delegation from the Leader of the Council, which sets out how executive functions will be discharged, provides for delegated decision making by officers. Appendix 9 of the Constitution sets out the non-executive functions delegated to officers. All executive functions, other than those reserved by Cabinet, may be discharged by officers.
The Chief Executive and Strategic Directors of the Council have established their own sub-schemes of delegation detailing which and how both non-executive and executive functions will be discharged on behalf of the authority.
Decision records for the discharge of functions by officers are published below. These decision records set out the following information:-
Use the below search options at the bottom of the page to find information regarding recent decisions that have been taken by Council officers.
To temporarily close the Watersports and Cycle Centres at Rother Valley Country Park and gradually resume services as appropriate assurances are put in place.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment
Decision published: 07/08/2026
Effective from: 05/08/2026
Decision:
ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
5th August 2026
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Title: |
Temporary Closure of the Watersports and Cycle Centres at Rother Valley Country Park.
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Polly Hamilton, Service Director – Culture Sport and Tourism
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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From the Sub-scheme of Delegation: Operational management and maintenance of Parks, Recreation Grounds, Play Areas, Camping, Caravan and Picnic Sites, Allotments, , Country parks, all land held by the Council specifically for public open space and recreation, Countryside Service including the letting of land and premises though subject to the approval of the Property Officer.
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Decision: |
To temporarily close the Watersports and Cycle Centres at Rother Valley Country Park and gradually resume services as appropriate assurances are put in place.
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Reasons for the Decision: |
To enable essential equipment checks, inspections and training to take place
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
Other options considered included: · Do not close the Watersports and Cycle Centres · Partial closure of the centres Both were rejected to ensure that there were sufficient staff available to carry out the checks and training and to ensure full confidence in the equipment and systems being used.
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A |
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None |
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Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:
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N/A |
I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
Temporarily close the Watersports Centre and Cycle Centre at Rother Valley Country Park to enable essential equipment checks, inspections and training to take place, and gradually resume services as appropriate assurances are put in place..
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated: 5th August 2026
Name: Polly Hamilton
Job Title: Service Director – Culture Sport and Tourism
Wards affected: Wales;
Lead officer: Polly Hamilton
To award a contract (Work Order) to Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC to receive funding of £100,000 to deliver and engage with Rotherham residents who are less likely to engage with the NHS Health Check Programme through traditional GP-based routes with priority focus on high-risk groups.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Decision published: 07/08/2026
Effective from: 04/08/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
4 August 2026 |
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Title: |
NHS Health Checks Programme Prevention Pilot
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Ian Spicer, Executive Director Adult Care, Housing & Public Health
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Under Section 4C3 of Appendix 9 of the Constitution, the Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health is authorised to discharge executive functions through the commissioning and provision of social services for adults and public health services for the whole population and delivery of housing for the Borough, including: - 3. Public Health (a) Commissioning and Quality; (b) Health Improvement; (c) Health Intelligence; and (d) Health Protection
Under Appendix 9 of the Constitution – Sub-Scheme of Delegation (page 25) the Director of Public Health is authorised to: 15. Public Health (a) Ensure the council meets its duties to improve public health; (b) Ensure the delivery of public health protections and health improvement responsibilities; c) Ensure the council plans and responds to emergencies that present a risk to public health; and (d) Ensure the council meets other local government public health responsibilities.
On 16th March 2026, Cabinet approved the delegation of authority to the Director of Public Health to commission services (minute 130 refers).
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Decision: |
To complete a contract modification and award Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC additional funding of £100,000 to deliver and engage with Rotherham residents who are less likely to engage with the NHS Health Check Programme through traditional GP-based routes with priority focus on high-risk groups.
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Reasons for the Decision: |
Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC was awarded the NHS Health Checks contract, reference 22-117, for GPs to deliver the NHS Health Check programme between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2027.
Rotherham experiences high levels of cardiovascular risk factors and significant health inequalities. Earlier identification via NHS Health Checks can uncover undiagnosed hypertension, diabetes, CKD, AF and obesity, reducing avoidable future hospital admissions and premature mortality. Improving Health Check uptake — especially in deprived areas — strengthens prevention, increases behavioural change engagement, and improves healthy life expectancy.
With the additional funding Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC will deliver and engage with Rotherham residents who are less likely to engage with the NHS Health Check Programme through traditional GP-based routes with priority focus on high-risk groups.
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
N/A
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Officer Decision Report - NHS Health Checks Programme Prevention Pilot
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I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to: complete a contract modification and award Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC additional funding of £100,000 to deliver and engage with Rotherham residents who are less likely to engage with the NHS Health Check Programme through traditional GP-based routes with priority focus on high-risk groups.
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I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated: 04/8/2026
Name: Ian Spicer
Job Title: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Gilly Brenner
Decision on whether to formally deregister Children’s Centres and rename them in line with Family Hubs guidance.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Children and Young People's Services
Decision published: 07/08/2026
Effective from: 06/08/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
6th August 2026
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Title: |
Proposal to deregister existing Children's Centres to enable the Council to move forward with the Family Hubs programme
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Nicola Curley, Executive Director, Children & Young People’s Services in consultation with Councillor Cusworth, Cabinet Member for Children & Young People |
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Cabinet Meeting Minutes - 13th April 2026 Minute 146 refers
Approves a consultation on proposals to deregister the existing Children’s Centres to enable the Council to move forward with the Family Hubs programme and for the decision, based on the consultation, to be delegated to the Executive Director for Children and Young People’s Services in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Children and Young People. |
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Decision: |
For RMBC to formally deregister Children’s Centres and for them to be rebranded in line with the Family Hubs programme
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Reasons for the Decision: |
Feedback is that the dual approach of retaining both Children’s Centres and Family Hubs is confusing for families, the children’s workforce, wider partners and elected members. Furthermore, it is contradictory to the aim of the Best Start Family Hubs and Healthy Babies programme, which is to transform the way services are delivered so that families are provided with the integrated support they need to care for their children from conception, throughout the early years, and into the start of adulthood, making sure they get the right help, at the right time, in an easy way. |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
A second option for consideration by Cabinet was to continue with the current arrangement of both Children’s Centres and Family Hubs. |
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Cabinet report dated 13th April 2026 titled Family Hubs progress update and extension written by Kirsty Woodhead, Head of Service Family Help |
I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
For RMBC to formally deregister Children’s Centres and for them to be rebranded in line with the Family Hubs programme
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confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the
seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:
Dated: 6th August 2026.
Name: Nicola Curley
Job Title: Executive Director, Children & Young People’s Services.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Kirsty Woodhead
To award and enter a contract following a procurement process for the supply and distribution of baby packs within Rotherham to a chosen provider.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Decision published: 06/08/2026
Effective from: 04/08/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
4 August 2026
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Title: |
The award of a contract for the supply and distribution of baby packs within Rotherham from 2026 onwards.
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Ian Spicer, Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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The Council’s Constitution, Appendix 9 - Responsibility for Functions
Section 4C3: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health – Delegated Executive Functions
‘The Strategic Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health is authorised to discharge executive functions through the commissioning and provision of social services for adults and public health services for the whole population and delivery of housing for the Borough, including:-
3. Public Health (a) Commissioning and Quality (b) Health Improvement (c) Health Intelligence (d) Health Protection’
Page 36
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Decision: |
To award and enter a contract following a procurement process for the supply and distribution of baby packs within Rotherham to a chosen provider, at a value of £1,640,000 exclusive of VAT.
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Reasons for the Decision: |
The result of a competitive procurement procedure undertaken in compliance with the Council's Financial and Procurement Procedure Rules and the Procurement Act 2023 as agreed in the Cabinet Paper of 9 February 2026.
The successful provider after evaluation was Field Management Ireland (FMI) Ltd.
The Tender Evaluation Report and award recommendation has been approved by the relevant parties. |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
N/A |
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None |
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None |
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Exempt – Baby Packs Tender Evaluation Report (including Social Value) v5 - FINAL
Cabinet Paper - 9 February 2026.
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I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to: award and enter a contract following a procurement process for the supply and distribution of baby packs within Rotherham to Field Management Ireland (FMI) Ltd.
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated: 04/08/2026
Name: Ian Spicer
Job Title: Executive Director
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Michael Ng
To revoke the Air Quality Management Areas declared for Fitzwilliam Road and Rawmarsh in respect of nitrogen dioxide.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment
Decision published: 06/08/2026
Effective from: 24/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
24th July 2026
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Title: |
Revocation of the Fitzwilliam Road and Rawmarsh annual mean nitrogen dioxide Air Quality Management Areas
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Sam Barstow, Service Director Community Safety and Street Scene
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Item 16 Sub-Scheme of Delegation Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment delegates power to the Service Director of Community Safety and Street Scene in relation to:
The discharge of any executive function not otherwise reserved to the full Council, the Cabinet, a committee of the Cabinet, a member of the Cabinet, a joint committee discharging executive functions or another local authority, and any non-executive functions not otherwise reserved to the Licensing Board, or any other person or body discharging non-executive functions in accordance with executive arrangements made by the Council, in respect of the Environment Act 1995 and the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and related statutory instruments.
The powers conferred include: • Service of Statutory Notices • Issuing of Statutory Documents
Page 511-530 of Appendix 1 refers.
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Decision: |
To revoke the Air Quality Management Areas declared for Fitzwilliam Road and Rawmarsh in respect of nitrogen dioxide |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
The levels of nitrogen dioxide have consistently been below national objective levels and projected to be for over three years. Consequently, there is no legal requirement to have an Air Quality Management Area in these areas, subsequently the Air Quality Management Areas can be revoked. |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
The Council might consider keeping the declared Air Quality Management Areas in place. However, this would be counter to statutory guidance as the air quality monitoring data demonstrates that air quality continues to improve in Rotherham and the areas which are compliant are likely to continue to be so.
The preferred option is to begin the revocation process of the Air Quality Management Areas and undertake the necessary statutory consultation. Monitoring demonstrates the improvement of air quality in the areas and consequently, within the provisions of legislation, the declarations should be revoked.
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None declared. |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None declared |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:
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Report - Revocation of the Fitzwilliam Road and Rawmarsh annual mean nitrogen dioxide Air Quality Management Areas Appendix 1 Equalities Screening Assessment Appendix 2 Fitzwilliam Road annual mean nitrogen dioxide Air Quality Management Area – Revocation Notice 2026 Appendix 3 The Rotherham Borough Council Air Quality Management Area Rawmarsh (annual mean nitrogen dioxide) – Revocation Notice 2026 Appendix 4 Fitzwilliam Road annual mean nitrogen dioxide Air Quality Management Area – Revocation Order 2026 Appendix 5 The Rotherham Borough Council Air Quality Management Area Rawmarsh (annual mean nitrogen dioxide) – Revocation Order 2026 Appendix 6 Carbon and Climate Change Assessment Environment Act 1995
DEFRA The Air Quality Strategy for England
DEFRA Air Quality Management Areas (AQMAs)
The Air Quality Standards Regulations 2010
DEFRA Local Air Quality Management Policy Guidance (PG22, England (exc. London) Policy Guidance |
I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
To revoke the Air Quality Management Areas declared for Fitzwilliam Road and Rawmarsh in respect of nitrogen dioxide
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:
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Dated: 24th July, 2026
Name: Sam Barstow
Job Title: Service Director, Community Safety & Street Scene
Wards affected: Rawmarsh East; Rawmarsh West; Rotherham East;
Lead officer: Lewis Coates
To approve the temporary implementation of a one item per household limit for cooling appliance disposals during the current national disruption to the cooling appliance recycling network, with the authority to suspend acceptance should on-site storage levels become unsafe or non-compliant.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment
Decision published: 05/08/2026
Effective from: 05/08/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision:
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5th August 2026 |
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Title: |
Temporary restrictions on cooling items accepted at Rotherham Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs)
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Sam Barstow – Service Director, Community Safety & Street Scene |
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Under section 4C6 of the Councils constitution, the Executive Director for Regeneration and Environment is authorised to discharge executive functions for: 1. Community Safety and Street Scene (d) Waste and Street Scene
As per the Regeneration and Environment sub-scheme of delegation, the Service Director is authorised as follows:
7. Other functions
Any function not otherwise reserved to the full Council, the Cabinet, a committee of the Cabinet, a member of the Cabinet, a joint committee discharging executive functions or another local authority, relevant to the Service Director’s portfolio.
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Decision: |
To approve the temporary implementation of a one item per household limit for cooling appliance disposals during the current national disruption to the cooling appliance recycling network, with the authority to suspend acceptance should on-site storage levels become unsafe or non-compliant. |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
A severe national shortage of specialist recycling and processing capacity has led multiple UK councils to pause or suspend local fridge and freezer collections.
Closures and fires at several cooling appliance recycling facilities have significantly reduced the network's capacity to safely process and treat cooling appliances.
Despite these national challenges, Rotherham's HWRCs continue to accept cooling appliances and are currently managing stock levels effectively. Through proactive site management and close coordination with our contractor, we have maintained sufficient capacity to support residents and continue providing this important service.
To help manage collection delays, HWRCs are permitted to store a limited number of cooling appliances outside designated storage areas, provided they are covered with waterproof tarpaulins and remain compliant with environmental legislation. While Rotherham's HWRCs have some additional storage capacity available, this remains finite. Should stock levels approach unsafe or non-compliant limits before regular collection schedules are restored, temporary restrictions on the acceptance of cooling appliances may need to be considered.
Current estimates indicate that the collection disruption is likely to persist for around four to six weeks.
RMBC's Communications Team has been briefed and will work to keep residents informed as the situation develops. |
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
N/A |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A |
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
N/A |
I certify that this is a true record of the decision to:
To approve the temporary implementation of a one item per household limit for cooling appliance disposals during the current national disruption to the cooling appliance recycling network, with the authority to suspend acceptance should on-site storage levels become unsafe or non-compliant.
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:
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Dated: 5th August, 2026
Name: Sam Barstow
Job Title: Service Director, Community Safety & Street Scene
Wards affected: (All Wards);
To procure an accredited reseller of networking equipment, professional services, support, maintenance, and related licensing.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Corporate Services
Decision published: 04/08/2026
Effective from: 22/05/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
22nd May 2026 |
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Title: |
Procurement of a network equipment reseller |
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Luke Sayers; Service Director of Customer, Information and Digital Services (CIDS) |
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Details of Specific Delegation or Delegation contained in the relevant Sub- Scheme of Delegation. |
Sub-Scheme of Delegation - Strategic Director of Finance and Customer Services
Procurement (c) To make decisions in relation to commissioning and procurement activity. Such activity should be carried out in accordance with the Finance and Procurement Procedure Rules.
Page 16 refers.
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Decision: |
To award a 5-year contract and appoint Softcat PLC as the Council’s network equipment reseller, including associated professional services, maintenance and licensing, at a value of £1,110,843.66. |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
The recommended option was to undertake a further competition via the North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative (NOE CPC) framework Total Technology Solutions; NOE.0552. The submission from Softcat PLC was evaluated as the 1st placed supplier following evaluation of quality, cost and social value. |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
The council considered an above threshold open tender process. However, the availability of a public sector framework provides a more efficient compliant route, hence the open tender option was discounted.
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Conflicts of interest declared by any |
No conflicts of interest raised |
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Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A |
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
N/A |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A |
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Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken: |
The tender evaluation report was used to make the decision. |
I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision:
Toaward acontract andappoint Softcat PLC as the Council’s network equipment reseller.
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:
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Dated: 22nd May 2026
Name: LukeSayers
Job Title: Service
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Steve Langrick
Approval of contract award to complete asbestos removals to Council owned dwellings.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Decision published: 04/08/2026
Effective from: 20/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
20th July 2026 |
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Title: |
Procurement of a contractor to complete asbestos removals to Council owned dwellings |
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Sarah Clyde, Service Director of Housing
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Sub-Scheme of Delegation - Executive Director of Adult Care Housing and Public Health
Each to act in relation to matters within their remit unless absent in which case any other Service Director may act.
3. In respect of procurement, contract administration and best value:
· In accordance with Financial and Procurement Procedure Rules, matters relating to the specification for works, goods and services, the seeking of estimates, quotations and tenders, the evaluation of the same and acceptance of tenders relating to contracts for works, goods and services in accordance with approved budgets or supplementary estimates. Page 2 refers. |
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Decision: |
That the Service Director of Housing, in line with Contract Standing Orders Section 46.5 Delegation Arrangements, approves the tender submitted by European Asbestos Service Ltd for asbestos removal services. There is no guarantee contract value awarded as these services are reactive, however the capped contract value is £400,000, as referenced in the Tender Evaluation Report. |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
In order to remain compliant, it is essential the Council procure a contractor for the removal of asbestos within the portfolio of assets managed by RMBC Housing Services (where required). This includes, occupied, void, and communal assets and adherence to the Councils specification and service level requirements. |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
None.
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None.
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None.
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None.
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None.
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Tender Evaluation Report (Exempt).
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I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
Award the Asbestos Removal Services contract to European Asbestos Services
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated: 20/07/2026
Name: Sarah Clyde
Job Title: Service Director – Housing
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Andy Litchfield
Procurement of the Housing Needs Assessment and production of a Supported
Housing Strategy.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Decision published: 03/08/2026
Effective from: 29/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
29/07/26
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Title: |
Housing Needs Assessment and Supported Housing Strategy
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Sarah Clyde, Service Director Housing
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Details of Specific Cabinet Delegation or Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Sub-scheme of delegation Executive Function: Procurement c) To make decisions in relation to commissioning and procurement activity. Such activity should be carried out in accordance with the Finance and Procurement Procedure Rules.
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Decision: |
Procure a Housing Needs Assessment and Supported Housing Strategy.
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Reasons for the Decision: |
A housing needs assessment is required to help the Council understand the local housing market and the different types of housing need within the borough. This type of assessment provides essential data and research to assist with the council in planning for new homes, and ensuring that the new homes built meet the variety of needs across the borough, now and in the future. It also helps the council plan services and work in partnership to meet local need.
More recently guidance has been published by the government that sets out requirements for each local authority to carry out a supported housing needs assessment and produce a supported housing strategy. It must be in place by the 31st March 2027 and should be updated every five years.
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
The procurement of a housing needs assessment and supported housing strategy is being taken to meet a statutory requirement.
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None |
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
None |
I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to ….
Procure a Housing Needs Assessment and Supported Housing Strategy.
Signed by the Decision Maker

Dated: 29/07/26
Name: Sarah Clyde
Job Title: Service Director Housing
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Sarah Watts
To consider the award of a grant for the provision of a Dementia Café and Carers Support Worker Service, via a competitive process, from April 2027 for a period of 3 years.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Decision published: 03/08/2026
Effective from: 28/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
28 July 2026
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Title: |
Re-commission of a Dementia Café and Carers Support Worker Service
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Ian Spicer Executive Director, Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Appendix 9, Section 4C3, of the Council’s Constitution provides that “The Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health is authorised to discharge executive functions through the commissioning and provision of social services for adults and public health services for the whole population and delivery of housing for the Borough, including: (4) Strategic Commissioning; (a) Commissioning”. |
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Decision: |
Invite the local voluntary and community sector to participate in a competitive grant process to secure the ongoing provision of a Carer Support Worker and Dementia Café Service. |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
The ongoing service will support the Council in its duty to prevent, delay and reduce the need for formal services. It will also contribute to the priorities identified in the Borough That Cares All Age Carers Strategy by supporting unpaid carers in their role by aiming to prevent carer fatigue and breakdown by offering:
By offering the Grant to an established and experienced VCS provider, with a substantial understanding of the needs and challenges facing people with dementia, it is expected that they will provide the required service alongside their usual business and enhance the offer, over and above what is funded, with additional resources and expertise.
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
None considered. |
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
No conflicts of interest declared. |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
No conflicts of interest declared. |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Report and appendix |
I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
Undertake a competitive grant process to secure future provision of a Dementia Café Service Carer Support Worker.
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:
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Dated: 28/07/2026
Name: Ian Spicer
Job Title: Executive Director, Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Joanne Bell, Joanne Fellows
To award a construction contract for the delivery of 31 new Council homes across two Council-owned sites at Netherfield Road and York Road, Eastwood.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Adult Care, Housing and Public Health
Decision published: 24/07/2026
Effective from: 13/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
13 July 2026.
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Title: |
Award of Construction Contract for 31 Council Homes at Netherfield Court and York Road, Eastwood |
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Sarah Clyde, Service Director of Housing |
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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The decision is in line with the Cabinet delegation set out within the Eastwood Sites Housing Development report approved by Cabinet on 16 October 2023.
Eastwood Sites Housing Development
Recommendation 1. That Cabinet – Approves development of the Netherfield Court and York Road sites in Eastwood to build a projected 31 new homes for council rent.
The decision is also in line with the Sub-Scheme of Delegation – Executive Director of Adult Care Housing and Public Health which delegates responsibilities to Service Directors, including the Service Director of Housing.
Sub-Scheme of Delegation - Strategic Director of Adult Care Housing and Public Health
3. In respect of procurement, contract administration and best value:
Pages 2 and 3 refer.
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Decision: |
To award a construction contract for the delivery of 31 new Council homes across two Council-owned sites at Netherfield Road and York Road, Eastwood.
Both sites form part of the Housing Delivery Programme, most recently approved by Cabinet in January 2026. Full planning permission has been secured for the development of 31 affordable homes, which will be added to the Council’s housing stock and let at Council rent.
The developments comprise: Netherfield Court (19 units) – Planning permission reference: RB2024/0005
York Road (12 units) – Planning permission reference: RB2024/0011
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Reasons for the Decision: |
These sites form part of a broader package of sites being brought to market. Significant work has taken place to review each in detail, and carefully consider, the correct strategy for the scheme. Various iterations of the planned route to market and packaging of sites to attract the right bidders and provide value for money have been discussed in 2024. . |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
The Procurement Business Plan endorsed a two?stage design?and?build procurement approach via the YorBuild framework as the preferred method for delivering the sites.
However, this process generated only a single tender, which was later withdrawn, resulting in consequential delays to the project timeline. In response, the decision was taken to pursue procurement through the Efficiency North Framework using a direct award mechanism
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None declared |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A |
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
Non declared |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
N/A |
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Delegated Officer Decision Report - Award of Construction Contract for 31 Council Homes at Netherfield Court and York Road, Eastwood
Final Business Case (FBC) – (Exempt Confidential)
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I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
To award a construction contract for the delivery of 31 new Council homes across two
Council-owned sites at Netherfield Road and York Road, Eastwood.
• Netherfield Court – nineteen new homes inclusive of -14 no. 3-bed 6-person semi-detached houses, 1 no. 4 bed 7-person detached house, 4 no 4-bed 7-person semi-detached houses
• York Road – twelve new homes inclusive of 2 no. 2-bed 4-person semi-detached houses, 6 no. 3-bed 6-person semi-detached houses, 4 no. 2-bed 4-person accessible and adaptable apartments (2-storey)
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.

Signed by the Decision Maker:
Dated: 13/07/2026
Name: Sarah Clyde
Job Title: Service Director of Housing
Wards affected: Rotherham East;
Lead officer: Kalpana Desai
To approve the annual Food and Feed Service Plan 2026/27 for the Rotherham area.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment
Decision published: 24/07/2026
Effective from: 23/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
23rd July 2026
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Title: |
Rotherham Borough Food and Feed Plan 2026/27
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Sam Barstow Service Director Community Safety and Street Scene |
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Details of Specific Delegation
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Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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Contained within delegations described in the Council’s Constitution, Sub-Scheme of Delegation – Executive Director regeneration and Environment.
At Section 4C of Appendix 9: Responsibility for Functions, of the Constitution (Appendix 9 - Responsibility for Functions.pdf (rotherham.gov.uk), of the Constitution it states:
1 This officer delegation scheme sets out the executive functions delegated to officers by the Leader under his/her Executive Arrangements (The executive functions delegated by the Leader should be construed in a broad and inclusive fashion to include the doing of anything which is calculated to facilitate or is conducive or incidental to the discharge of those functions. They should not however be understood to include any Council function).
8. Delegations set out in this scheme will be read in conjunction with all provisions of the Council’s Constitution, and decisions taken by officers in accordance with this scheme will be taken in accordance with all relevant rules and protocols.
Appendix 9 continues, at Section 4C6, stating:
The Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment is authorised to discharge executive functions for:- 1. Community Safety and Street Scene (a) Community Safety, Resilience and Emergency Planning (b) Highways and Network Management (c) Regulation and Enforcement (d) Waste and Street Scene
The Constitution continues at item 16 Sub Scheme of Delegation Executive Director of Regeneration of Environment (Sub Scheme of Delegation - Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment.pdf (rotherham.gov.uk) at p 1, to state:
The Executive Director has chosen to sub-delegate some or all of those functions to officers of suitable experience and seniority in his/her own directorate or in another directorate.
At pp 3 – 8 the delegations to the Service Director Community Safety and Street Scene are defined further and include:
Any function not otherwise reserved to the full Council, the Cabinet, a committee of the Cabinet, a member of the Cabinet, a joint committee discharging executive functions or another local authority, relevant to the Service Director’s portfolio
Specific delegations are laid out in the Council’s Constitution at item 16 Sub-Scheme of Delegation Executive Director of regeneration and Environment (Sub Scheme of Delegation - Strategic Director of Regeneration and Environment.pdf) pp51 – 61 in respect of the Food Safety Act 1990 and related statutory instruments, amongst others, in that the delegation of powers in relation to the issuance of statutory documents is:
Via written Authorisation to approve on behalf of Service Director of Community Safety and Street Scene and the Service Director – Planning, Regeneration and Transport, to the Head of Community Safety and Regulatory Services and Service Manager, Community Safety and Regulatory Services Head of Transport Infrastructure, Head of Highways. |
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Decision: |
The decision is to note the Food and Feed Service Plan and Food and Feed Sampling Policy for 2025/26. |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
The Council is obliged by statute to have a Food and Feed Service Plan and Food and Feed Sampling Policy and therefore no alternatives have been considered. It is not a key decision as the expenditure is within the existing budget.
The Codes of Practice requires the plan covers all the areas of food and feed law which the Competent Authority has a duty to enforce, be documented in accordance the Practice Guidance and the Framework Agreement. The plan sets out how the Competent Authority intends to deliver and resource official food and feed controls and other official activities in its area and addresses any variance in meeting the outcomes of the previous Food and Feed Service Plan. It also includes a performance review of the previous year.
The plan must be submitted for approval by a relevant member forum or relevant senior officer. Consequently, the Council has in place specific delegations within its Constitution.
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
This is a legal requirement without provision of alternative options. |
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None
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Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:
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Appendix 1 Food and Feed Service Plan 2026/27 Appendix 2 Food and Feed Sampling Policy 2026/27 Appendix 3 Equalities Screening Assessment Appendix 4 Carbon and Climate Change Assessment
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I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
Note the Food and Feed Service Plan and Food and Feed Sampling Policy for 2025/26.
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:
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Dated: 23rd July 2026
Name: Sam Barstow
Job Title: Service Director, Community Safety & Street Scene
If you require any assistance in the completion of the decision record please contact the Governance Team governance@rotherham.gov.uk
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Craig Cornwall
To seek approval from Service Director to implement a traffic regulation order.
Decision Maker: Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment
Decision published: 23/07/2026
Effective from: 21/07/2026
Decision:

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION
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Date of Decision: |
21st July 2026
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Title: |
Eastwood Lane, Rotherham Town Centre - Removal of existing no waiting at any time restriction |
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Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) |
Simon Moss Service Director, Planning, Regeneration and Transport
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Details of Specific Delegation or Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.
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To promote, consider objections to and implement Traffic Regulation Orders under the Traffic Regulation Act 1984. Sub Scheme of Delegation - Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment.pdf, Page 21.
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Decision: |
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Reasons for the Decision: |
There is a risk that without amending the order to reflect the proposed Pay and Display parking bays, that any potential enforcement of these bays on Eastwood Lane, and any subsequent issue of penalty notices that are challenged, could be successful, if the legal order supporting them, is not correct. The proposed change to the traffic regulation order addresses this. |
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Details of alternative options considered and rejected: |
No other options considered. The removal of the existing waiting restriction is required to facilitate a relocated pedestrian crossing point and reconfiguration of existing Pay and Display bays. |
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Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None |
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Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: |
None |
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Dispensations Granted: (If any) |
None |
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Reports or parts of reports considered |
Eastwood Lane, Rotherham Town Centre - Removal of existing no waiting at any time restriction Appendix A Eastwood Lane, Rotherham Town Centre – General arrangement drawing Appendix B Equalities Assessment Appendix C Carbon Impact Assessment
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I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:
Remove an existing no waiting at any time restriction, as part of highway improvement works associated with the Rotherham Market redevelopment off Eastwood Lane, Rotherham town centre.
I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.
Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated: 21st July, 2026
Name: Simon Moss
Job Title: Service Director, Planning, Regeneration & Transport
Wards affected: Boston Castle;
Lead officer: Nigel Davey