To consider a report on the creation of a Youth Trust.

The Council made the following recommendation to the Mayor:

It was proposed by Councillor Pritchard and seconded by Councillor Faulkner (J):

That the Mayor be recommended:

(i)         That Council supports the creation of a Torbay Youth Trust;

(ii)        Agreement for a full business case to be developed that considers what services and assets will be transferred to the Youth Trust within the first 2 years of operation as part of the 2014/15 budget setting; and

(iii)       The Council provides officer support towards the development of the Youth Trust and explores options for contracting with the Youth Trust to deliver appropriate youth services.

On being put to the vote, the motion was declared carried (unanimous).

The Mayor considered the recommendation of the Council as set out above at the meeting and the record of his decision, together with further information, is attached to these minutes.

(Note:  During consideration of Minute 71, Councillors Darling, Faulkner (J) and James declared their non-pecuniary interests.)