Decision details

Presents a policy statement on Brexit for agreement by Cabinet and summarises the potential negative outcomes and the mitigating actions being put in place.

Reasons for Urgency:

Awaiting clarification and updates on the national political situation before presenting the report to Cabinet for approval.

1.    That Cabinet agrees the adoption of the following policy statement: H&F Council is opposed to Brexit and will do everything in its power to promote the benefits of the UK remaining in the European Union and to seek a People’s Vote on any Brexit deal, with an option to remain. We will continue to take positive action to ensure that all EU citizens feel welcome in Hammersmith & Fulham and do all we can to encourage them to remain in our borough.

2.    That the Leader appoints a Lead Member for Stopping Brexit.

3.    That in the event that the UK leaves the EU, H&F Council will do everything it reasonably can to mitigate the risks of negative impacts on EU citizens living and working in the borough, and on Hammersmith & Fulham residents and businesses in the borough.