Agenda and minutes
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Introduction |
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Introduction and apologies Minutes: There were no apologies. |
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Declarations of interest Minutes: There were no declarations of interest. |
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Minutes of the previous meeting Minutes: The minutes of 11 June were agreed. |
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Dissolution of the Fourth Assembly and Transition to the Fifth Assembly Minutes: Commissioners
considered a paper providing information to inform decisions relating to
preparations for dissolution of the Fourth Assembly. The
first area for decision related to the use of Assembly resources during the
dissolution period at the end of the Fourth Assembly. Commissioners discussed
the options, and agreed that some, limited, Commission resources enabling
Members to complete residual casework only would be permitted. This takes
account of the restrictions necessary to give effect to the fundamental concept
of dissolution - ensuring a level playing field for all candidates seeking
election. Further
information will be provided before the summer recess, and guidance will be
prepared for Members and issued in the autumn term to enable Members to prepare
for dissolution in a timely way. Commissioners also flagged the importance of
guidance for support staff being available to AMs (as employers). Commissioners
also considered a recommendation from the Remuneration Board about providing an
outplacement/advice service in relation to the 2016 election. Commissioners
agreed to provide this type of service to support Members losing their seat at
an election, and particularly to support staff who will be made redundant as a
consequence of their employer no longer being an Assembly Member. |
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Fifth Assembly - Vote 2016 awareness campaign Minutes: The
Commission considered a paper which provided a broad outline of the planned
communications activities supporting the Vote 2016 campaign, focusing on the
National Assembly election on 5 May 2016. Commissioners
felt the plans offered an opportunity to further engage the people of Wales in
the democratic process. They were content with the approach outlined, including
the opportunity to position the Senedd’s tenth anniversary on 1 March 2016 as a
key milestone in the campaign that will promote the building as the home of
Welsh democracy and public life. Commissioners
discussed the importance of maintaining some more ‘old fashioned’ marketing
methods – such as leaflets and posters – alongside the electronic and social
media to reach a wide range of audiences. |
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Paper to note - Draft Audit and Risk Assurance Committee minutes 8 June 2015 Minutes: The
Audit and Risk Assurance Committee minutes from the meeting on 8 June were
noted. |
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Any other business Minutes: Commissioners
raised concerns about two facilities management related issues. The
Commission will next meet on Thursday 9 July. The meeting will focus on
performance and Commissioners will consider the draft budget for 2016/17. |