Decision details

1. To note an update on the project progress to date, remaining programmes, current immediate works and further findings.
2. To note the new revised estimated funding to fully stabilise the critically identified New Cut River Walls.
3. To seek approval to progress the works as recommended.

4. To seek approval for the reallocation of capital funding.

That Cabinet:

1.      Noted an update on the project progress to date, remaining programmes, current immediate works and further findings.

2.      Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport to take all steps required to proceed with the works in relation to the High-Risk priority sites and additional priority river facing wall sites as outlined in recommended options 3 and 4 in this report including procuring and awarding contracts over the key decision threshold.

3.      Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport and Cabinet Member for City Economy, Finance and Performance to approve in principle the revised capital funding required for the project noting that priority funding of up to £6.10m be considered for inclusion in the Council’s Capital Programme for 2024-25 , the remainder known to be required as a priority in 2025-26 and beyond will be subject to approval as part of the Council’s capital process.