that Cabinet Members acknowledge the report and agree to commence the development of a new Climate Strategy for the Council.

that the revised Safeguarding Policy be adopted and published.

that:

1. The Director (Housing) in consultation with the S.151 Officer and Lead Member be given delegated authority to purchase the site.

2. The Director (Housing) in consultation with the S151 Officer and Lead Member be given delegated authority to use of relevant frameworks to procure and award contracts (including direct award if appropriate) in accordance with Gravesham's Procurement Strategy.

3. Director (Housing) in consultation with the S151 Officer and Lead Member be given delegated authority to negotiate and agree on amendments both contractually and budgetary if required as long as the returned tender price and any subsequent amendments, relative to anticipated rental income, continues to demonstrate the scheme can repay the associated borrowing within a period of not more than 30 years.