Agenda and minutes

Apologies were received from Councillors R Canny, J Legrys, R Morris, P Moult and J Simmons.

Under the Code of Conduct members are reminded that in declaring interests you should make clear the nature of that interest and whether it is a disclosable pecuniary interest, registerable interest or other interest.

In accordance with the Code of Conduct, Members declared the following interests:

Cllr D Bigby declared an interest as a member of Ashby Town Council, who had previously considered the matter, but he had come to the meeting with an open mind.

To confirm and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 12 August 2025

Consideration was given to the minutes of the meeting held on 12 August 2025.

It was moved by Councillor M Burke, seconded by Councillor N Smith and

RESOLVED THAT:

The minutes of the meeting held on 12 August 2025 be approved and signed by the Chair as an accurate record.

The report of the Head of Planning and Infrastructure

The Planning and Development Team Manager presented the report to members.

Councillors then expressed their support of the TPO, highlighting the beauty of the area and the potential the site offers for improvements by the parish council. It was also said that any objectors within the area would have been aware of the trees prior to moving.

It was moved by Councillor N Smith, seconded by Councillor D Everitt and

RESOLVED THAT:

The Tree Preservation Order (TPO) be confirmed without modification.