Outside body

Responsibilities

·         To provide a forum for discussion, the exchange of information and the creation and maintenance of communication channels between the Owner and the local community.

·         The committee shall receive progress reports from the Owner regarding activities relating to the operation of the quarry, including complaints received and any remedial action taken.

·         To consider complaints from the local community arising from activities relating to the quarry and if needed and where possible, agree remedial action.

Membership

·         A maximum of four employees on behalf of the Owner;

·         Two elected councillors and two officers on behalf of the County Council;

·         Two elected councillors and two officers on behalf of the Borough Council;

·         Two elected councillors on behalf of Silverdale Parish Council

·         In the event that a Parish Council is established for Knutton two elected councillors on behalf of Knutton Parish Council;

·         Three local residents who shall be appointed at the discretion of the Owner acting reasonably.