It was moved by Councillor Sir Ron Watson, seconded by Councillor Pearson:
“(1) that in view of the significant economic and non partisan political advantages that membership of the Local Government Association offers the Borough of Sefton, the Council decision to cease membership of the Local Government Association on 31 March 2012 now be reconsidered; and
(2) that the Cabinet receive a full report setting out the changes taking place at the Local Government Association including reduced membership fees and the specific economic advantages accrued by Sefton as a Member of the Local Government Association.”
During the debate, Councillors Sir Ron Watson and Pearson indicated that they wished to withdraw the Motion, but this was not consented to by the Council.
Following further debate thereon, on a show of hands, the Mayor declared that the Motion was lost by 55 votes to 3 and it was
RESOLVED:
That no action be taken on the Motion.