Decision details

For Cabinet to approve the Draft Business Plan 2024-25 for public consultation.

Members considered the Draft Business Plan 2024/25 report presented by Councillor Tierney.

Councillor Boden said he was grateful for the work put into the plan by officers and Councillor Tierney; the format continues to improve, and language made simpler for residents each year. Councillor Tierney also commended officers, saying there was little need for his involvement.

Councillor Miscandlon commented that having been involved in Overview and Scrutiny and the work of the Task and Finish Group during the previous administration, he is pleased to see that the new committee continued the work of the group and has finished what was started as the results are now paying dividends. Councillor Boden said the value of Overview and Scrutiny is underrated by the public as it is largely invisible, but it is important they continue to do their job effectively, question and challenge the Cabinet and look at performance indicators that are relevant and appropriate to keep an eye on the performance of this Council.

Proposed by Councillor Boden, seconded by Councillor Tierney and AGREED to consider the recommendations of the Task and Finish Group outlined in Appendix 1 of the report and include in the Draft Business Plan 2024-25, and to approve the Draft Business Plan 2024-25 for public consultation.