The Environmental Health Teams of Dartford and Sevenoaks had revised their Enforcement Policy to reflect changes resulting from Government Guidance and the new Environmental Health Partnership arrangements that commenced in April 2012.  The proposed revised policy ensured that Environmental Health enforcement actions are fair, consistent and transparent.

The Chairman reported that he and the Portfolio Holder for Economic Development and Partnerships had attended K College “Skills Fest” the previous day and had seen that  a number of young people were interested in careers in Environmental Health. 

The Portfolio Holder for Safer Communities highlighted that the Environmental Health Team provided a vital service that was outside of the public eye.  Members thanked staff for the excellent service they provided.

Resolved that Full Council be recommended to approve the revised Environmental Health Enforcement Policy.