Cabinet considered a report by the Head of Finance, Governance and Assurance (Section 151 Officer) on proposals to amend the West Mercia Energy Joint Agreement between Shropshire Council, Worcestershire County Council, The County of Herefordshire District Council and the Borough of Telford and Wrekin.

(a)   That authorisation be given for the extension of the West Mercia Agreement to 31^st March 2020.

(b)  That the revised Joint Agreement as attached at Appendix A to the report by the Head of Finance, Governance and Assurance (Section 151 Officer) be approved.

(c)  That approval be given to explore options for future trading opportunities.

(d)  That the Chief Executive be authorised to approve further extensions and amendments to the Joint Agreement as necessary.