The Head of Housing and Regulatory Services introduced the report, outlining the need for the Committee to agree its training programme.

In response to questions, the Lawyer (Contentious) confirmed that the training would be held across one three-hour session, with the date to be confirmed. It was usual for two sessions to be offered where possible, with these arranged to suit the availability of any Committee Members required to undertake the training. It was noted that the report recommendation should refer to point 2.3 instead of point 2.4.

The Committee requested that the training be made available to all Members, as some Members may want to undertake the training as a refresher or to be able to sit as a Substitute Member. It was requested that Group Leaders also be made aware of the training.

RESOLVED: That:

1.  The content of the training as set out in paragraph 2.3 of the report, be agreed; and

2.  All new members of the Licensing Committee and those wishing to be substitutes should complete the training by 31 October 2023.