To receive an update on the Policy

RESOLVED that:

1)    the Executive Manager, Governance be instructed to update the RIPA Policy and Procedures to reflect the recommendations of the Officer of the Surveillance Commissioner (OSC);

2)    the Executive Manager, Governance be instructed to report annually to Executive Members on the number of RIPA authorisations and on the fitness of the Policy and Procedures; and

3)    in between annual reports, any activity be reported to the Executive Member, Governance.

To ensure that the Council’s Policy and Procedures are fit for purpose and compliant with current legal requirements and guidance.

·         To approve the recommendations

·         To leave the Policy and Procedures unchanged.  In view of the fact that all of the proposed amendments have been approved or proposed by the OSC, this option is not recommended.