Agenda item

Report of the Director of Economic Growth and Neighbourhood Services.

With the prior approval of the Leader to the matter being treated as urgent in order to inform Members at the earliest possible date, the Cabinet Member with the Local Services Portfolio introduced the report of the Director of Economic Growth and Neighbourhood Services (previously circulated) advising Members of a significant investment programme by Northern Powergrid (NPg) in the central and northern parts of Darlington.

The submitted report stated that NPg were commencing a £9m investment programme to provide extra capacity to meet the town’s future needs, but also to improve reliability and resilience for existing customers; the upgrade would also ready the network as more people move to electric vehicle technology; outlined the key features of the programme; the communications, engagement and project management programme; and outlined the social legacy and community investment initiatives planned as part of the programme.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

REASON - To ensure members are aware of the programme and have the information to manage and direct any issues in their wards.