Agenda item - Motion for the Ocean

Resolved to:

1)               Request officers to bring a report to Cabinet which explores:

·        The actions and projects that will contribute to an ocean recovery in/around Brighton and Hove.

·        How to embed ocean recovery in all strategic decisions, plans, budgets, procurement and approaches to decisions by the Council (particularly in planning, regeneration, skills and economic policy), aligning with climate change mitigation and adaptation requirements, and considering ocean-based solutions in our journey towards a carbon neutral and climate resilient future.

·        How to ensure that local planning supports ocean recovery, working closely with the Marine Management Organisation to embed strong links between the Local Plan and the Southeast Marine Plan.

·        What work can be delivered with partners locally to improve water quality and increase sustainability in marine industries, and to promote a sustainable “blue economy” that delivers ocean recovery and local prosperity; including the local fishing industry and the vital work of Sussex IFCA.

·        How to grow ocean literacy and marine citizenship, fostering pride in our seaside city, including: a. How to ensure pupils are given the opportunity to experience the ocean first-hand before leaving primary school. b. Exploring how the council can work with cultural, business and civic organisations throughout the city to promote marine and coastline clean[1]ups and volunteer opportunities.

63.1      The Joint Notice of Motion as listed in the agenda was proposed by Councillor Fowler on behalf of the Labour Group and formally seconded by Councillor Earthey on behalf of the Brighton and Hove Independent Group.

63.2      The Mayor noted that there was an amendment from the Green Group in relation to this motion as set out in the addendum papers.

63.3      Councillor Sykes moved the amendment on behalf of the Green Group which was formally seconded by Councillor Pickett.

63.4      Councillor O’Quinn spoke on the matter.

63.5      Councillor Fowler responded to the debate and did not accept the amendment.

63.6      The Mayor put the amendment to the vote and confirmed that this had been lost.

63.7     The Mayor put the amendment by the Green Group to the vote and confirmed that this had been lost.

63.8      The Mayor put the motion to the vote and confirmed that the motion had been carried.

63.9     RESOLVED: