Issue - meetings
Request for a dispensation pursuant to Section 85(1) of the Local Government Act 1972
Meeting: 27/11/2024 - Council (Item 56)
56 Request for a dispensation pursuant to Section 85(1) Local Government Act 1972 
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Purpose
To determine whether a dispensation for Councillor Tony Dale may be granted under the provision of Section 85(1) of the Local Government Act 1972.
Recommendation
That Full Council resolves to:
1. Approve a dispensation for Councillor Tony Dale in accordance with Section 85(1) of the Local Government Act 1972, on the grounds of ill-health.
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Minutes:
To determine whether a dispensation for Councillor Tony Dale may be granted under the provision of Section 85(1) of the Local Government Act 1972.
Councillor Joe Harris introduced this:
· Councillor Dale was in a serious car accident in July 2024 which left him in a difficult physical condition.
· Whilst Members are eager to see him return to the Council, it was important to provide him with the time and space to recover.
· The request was therefore that the Council waive the ‘six month rule’ provision within Section 85 Local Government Act 1972. This would allow Councillor Dale to continue as a Member without risk of falling off the Council due to non-attendance.
It was noted that Councillor Dale was thought of fondly as Ward Member for Northleach.
It was noted that it was pleasing to see his progress on his recovery but this would take time.
Many Members noted their support and best wishes for his recovery.
The Chair, Councillor Nikki Ind, seconded
· Councillor Dale had been a strong mentor to her during her time as a Councillor
· He was a valued Member to his community of Northleach.
· The space and time to recover given by the proposed dispensation was important.