To receive apologies for absence, including notifications of any changes to the membership of the Committee.

It was reported that, in accordance with the wishes of the Conservative Group, Independent Group and Liberal Democrat Group, the membership of the Committee had been amended for this meeting by including Councillors Hill, Morey and Mandy Darling instead of Councillors Barrand, Ellery and Dart respectively.

Apologies for absence were received from External Advisors Mr Blazeby and Mr Ellis.