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To agree a new special responsibility allowance for Cllr A Smith who is undertaking the duties of the Combined Authority Mayor whilst the Mayor Dr Nik Johnson is taking a period of absence due to ongoing medical treatment.
Decision type: Non-key - Low
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 04/01/2023
Decision due: 8 Feb 2023 by Civic Affairs
Contact: Robert Pollock, Chief Executive Email: Robert.Pollock@cambridge.gov.uk.
Background Information: Cllr A Smith took on the role of Deputy Mayor of the Combined Authority on 18 November 2022. The Council made the decision in relation to the allowance following a recommendation from the Independent Remuneration Panel. It was important for the decision to be taken before Christmas so that Cllr Smith could plan her affairs accordingly. A briefing paper considered by the Panel, and its recommendation is attached. The Panel interviewed Cllr Smith prior to making its recommendation. The special responsibility allowance will be funded from underspends in the democratic services budget for 2022/23.
