Issue details
This report asks Cabinet to approve the recommended changes to the Constitution for referral onto Full Council following a fundamental review undertaken by Officers of the delegated powers relating to planning matters.
The main proposals cover miscellaneous amendments to the Scheme of Delegated Powers (Part 3) and the Codes and Protocols (Part 6) to ensure the Council’s Constitution remains effective, efficient and consistent at an operational level and complies with current legislation.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/08/2026
Decision due: 25 Sep 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Leader of the Council and Corporate Finance & Governance Portfolio Holder
Lead director: Corporate Director (Law & Governance) & Monitoring Officer
Department: Corporate Business Schedule
Contact: Ian Ford, Democratic Services Manager Email: iford@tendringdc.gov.uk Tel: 01255 686584.


