a) The Chief Officer Culture & Economy has approved the decision to close Thwaite Mills, declaring the property surplus to service requirements, and to surrender the three leases of the site to Canal & River Trust (CRT).
b) The Chief Officer Culture & Economy has approved continuing engagement with trade unions on managing staff reductions during phased closure, and with key stakeholders such as boaters using moorings at Thwaite.
c) The Chief Officer Culture & Economy has approved that, if required, notice (six months) be served on boaters to allow for vacant possession.