By virtue of paragraph(s) 3, 4 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972.
Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).
Information relating to any consultations or negotiations, or contemplated consultations or negotiations, in connection with any labour relations matter arising between the authority or a Minister of the Crown and employees of, or office holders under, the authority.
It is not in the public interest to disclose this information because the report contains details that are commercially sensitive and relate to contemplated consultations and negotiations that, if published, would significantly prejudice the Council’s potential negotiating position and its ability to achieve best value.