Consideration has been given to the governance arrangements for the Changing Futures Northumbria programme to ensure that the delivery plan can be implemented.

RESOLVED -

(i)

That the partnership agreement and governance arrangements detailed within the report to administer the programme funding in line with government guidance be approved.

(ii)

That the Strategic Director, Corporate Services and Governance be given delegated authority to agree a partnership agreement with participating local authorities.

The above decisions have been made to administer the funds in compliance with government guidance.