Decision - Update on Greater Brighton Devolution Bid

That the Board:

(1)           Formally approve the Prospectus;

(2)           Agree the continued development of the proposals contained within the Prospectus, delegating authority to the Greater Brighton Officer Programme Board (‘the Officer Board’) working in partnership with the Board, the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (C2C LEP), the Three Southern Counties and other neighbouring authorities, wider partners and stakeholders and in line with feedback and guidance from Government, and;

(3)           Agree the funding of additional consultancy support for the continued development of the proposals and the associated business cases.  The Officer Board will ensure the best use of these resources, drawing these down as required against clear outputs.  Any additional costs will be capped at £50,000.