The subject of the decision:

This report presented the Draft Hambleton Economic Strategy and Investment Plan 2014 - 2024, attached as Annex A to the report, and sought approval for external consultation with key stakeholders, business and community representatives. The final version of the Strategy and Investment Plan would be re-presented to Cabinet in December 2014.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

To support the delivery of the Council’s objective to support local economic growth.

THE DECISION:

That:-

(1)     the draft Economic Strategy and Investment Plan 2014-2024 be approved; and

(2)     the final version of the Economic Strategy and Investment Plan 2014 – 2024, including the results of the consultation, be re-presented to Cabinet in December 2014.