Issue - meetings

RESOLVED

(a)      That the work done to date on the results from the Local Toilet Strategy questionnaire and 12-week consultation be noted; and.

(b)      That the new revised Flintshire County Council Local Toilet Strategy 2024 and renewed action plan included within be supported.

The Highway Network Manager presented a report to provide an update following the conclusion of the public consultation and present the final draft of the Strategy for adoption.  He introduced the Operational Area Manager to the Committee who had overall responsibility for provision in the County.

The Highway Network Manager provided background information and referred to the main considerations as detailed in the report.  He advised that the  new Strategy aimed to reflect the ambition of the Council’s Leadership to provide

improved facilities for Flintshire’s residents and visitors.  The Flintshire County Council Local Toilet Strategy 2023-27 and Summary of Public Consultation Engagement were appended to the report.

Councillor Mike Peers commented on toilet provision in tourist areas and asked if local councils made a contribution towards the cost of the service.  He also asked if the Authority had to provide funding for participating premises.  The Highway Network Manager responded to the questions and referred to the current annual budget for Public Conveniences, and capital investment which was subject to bids to the Capital Board.  He explained that subject to approval of the Strategy a 3 year bid programme would be submitted to the Board.

The Highway Network Manager drew attention to section 1.07 in the report in response to the comments raised by Councillor Richard Lloyd regarding the need for adequate toilet facilities.

The Chair raised a question on the needs assessment data detailed on page 63 of the report and commented on  the special needs score for the Shotton area.

The recommendations in the report were moved by Councillor Richard Lloyd and seconded by Councillor Mike Peers

RESOLVED

(a)      That the work done to date on the results from the Local Toilet Strategy questionnaire and 12-week consultation be noted; and.

(b)      That the new revised Flintshire County Council Local Toilet Strategy 2024 and renewed action plan included within be supported.