Agenda and draft minutes
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Apologies Minutes: Apologies were received from Councillors Suhir Abuhajar, Catherine Armistead, Matthew Black, Phillip Black, Martin Bottoms, Phil Bradley, Dave Brookes, Roger Cleet, Maria Deery, Tom Fish, Andrew Gardiner, Alan Greenwell, Chris Harris, Colin Hartley, Ross Hunter, Jack Lenox, Sally Maddocks, Jean Parr, Sarah Punshon, James Somerville, Sue Tyldesley and Paul Tynan. |
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Honorary Freedom of the City of Lancaster To admit as an Honorary Freeman of the City of Lancaster Mr Richard Brock, who in the opinion of the Council is a person of distinction and as such befits the highest award given by the City Council being bestowed upon him, and in connection therewith to pass the necessary resolution under Section 249 of the Local Government Act 1972. Minutes: The designation of Honorary Freeman is to be awarded to an individual of distinction who, as determined by the Council, has provided outstanding service to the City. At a Special Meeting of Council held on 17 December 2025, the Council unanimously approved the proposal to grant Mr. Richard Brock the status of Honorary Freeman in recognition of his exemplary service during World War II and his valuable contributions as a member of the Bay Veterans. It was further resolved that arrangements would be made to present this award to Mr. Brock in the new year, with this meeting convened specifically for that purpose.
The motion was moved by Councillor Dennison and seconded by Councillor Wood.
On being put to the vote, the Mayor declared the proposition unanimously carried.
Mr Brock was invited to subscribe to the Roll of Honorary Freeman and was presented with a scroll.
The Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire addressed the gathering, expressing appreciation for Mr Brock's service. In response, Mr Brock conveyed his gratitude upon receiving the award. Before concluding the meeting, the Mayor invited attendees to partake in refreshments.
Resolved:
That in pursuance of Section 249 of the Local Government Act 1972, the Freedom of the City of Lancaster be conferred on Mr Richard Brock in recognition of his service in World War II.
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