Agenda

The following declaration will be read:

“Colleagues, aware of our responsibilities to promote democracy and the wellbeing of all local people, on behalf of the Council, I make this commitment to our office as elected representatives. Elected to serve the public good, we recognise that public office is a privilege granted by the people and not a right. We, elected representatives of the people of Telford & Wrekin, declare that we will, to the best of our ability, uphold the Council’s constitution and serve the community above any private or personal interest.”

All Members will affirm the Declaration.

To make a presentation following the special meeting convened on 30 November 2023 to appoint Mr Alan Mackenzie as Honorary Alderman of the Borough.

To make a presentation to AFC Telford United in recognition of their promotion to the National League North.

To elect a Mayor for 2025/26.

To elect a Speaker for 2025/26.

To elect a Deputy Speaker for 2025/26.

To elect a Deputy Mayor for 2025/26.

To move a vote of thanks to the Retiring Mayor.

To move the reply to the vote of thanks.

To confirm the minutes of the last meeting of the Council.

To note the appointment by the Leader of the Council of the Members to serve on the Cabinet for 2025/26.

To re-assert the Council’s delegation scheme in accordance with the Constitution.

To receive an update on governance arrangements for the 2025/26 municipal year.

To confirm the programme of dates for ordinary meetings of the Council for 2025/26 and 2026/27.