To report back to the Portfolio Holder for Assets and Community Safety the responses so far received from Harwich Town Council, Frinton & Walton Town Council and Brightlingsea Town Council in respect of their interest in potential Community Asset Transfer. This follows the establishment of a provisional programme of work in January 2026 and formally writing to those Councils seeking their confirmation of participation and feedback on the programme.

The report then sets out recommendations for progressing relevant discussions, amending the work programme accordingly and putting resources in place to oversee the necessary work.