Decision details

To receive details of the progress made and to agree the next steps forward

RESOLVED:

1.  That the findings of the equalities analysis that was undertaken to inform the council of the equality implications of the shopping centre redevelopment project and to fulfil the council’s Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) in relation to any future decision to consider exercising CPO powers at the site be noted.

2.  That a database of vacant premises will be established and maintained by the developer be noted.

3.  That the developer be required to implement a package of measures to support relocation and mitigate the impact of the closure of the shopping centre on local traders and residents, details of which are set out in paragraphs 33 to 49 of the report. 

4.  That a progress report be received in the next six months, which will have regard to the points raised by the deputation by the Elephant and Castle traders, as set out in Appendix 1 to the minutes.