The Committee considered the report of the Head of Planning and Development setting out details of appeal decisions received since the last meeting.  The Development Manager said that he intended to submit a report to the next meeting of the Committee reviewing the Council’s performance at appeal and whether there are any particular trends.  This would include a review of current working practices.

Members considered that the absence of public/affordable G&T sites might be a factor in appeal decisions and it was noted that the need for such sites was being taken forward as part of the Local Plan review.

RESOLVED:  That the report be noted.