Agenda item - GBEB Operational Arrangements 2026/27

6.1          The Board considered a report that sought endorsement of the preparatory steps needed to support the operational aspects of the Greater Brighton Economic Board (“the Board”) in 2026/27.

6.2          Resolved-

That the Board:

1)             Agrees the annual budget as set out in Table A;

2)             Agrees on the future of the Board by no later than 24 June based on criteria outlined in [3.1], covering the period 1 October - 31 March 2027;

3)             Agrees to release tranche 2 of the agreed budget in Table 3.1 if members agree to extend the Board;

4)             Agrees that if members agree to dissolve the Board, the Lead Authority will make arrangements for dispensing with all liabilities (including employment liabilities) and that all associated costs will be apportioned across the Local Authority Members;

5)             Agrees the proposed member contributions detailed in Table B and Part 2 of this report;

6)             Note that Brighton & Hove City Council shall continue to act as Lead Authority for the Board in 2026/27;

7)             Agree the process set out at sections 3.13 to 3.18 by which the Chair of the Board shall be nominated for 2026/27.