Decision

For the reasons set out in the report and its
appendices Cabinet RESOLVED to Agree to note:
 
i) 
The progress made since the LGA Peer Challenge in December 2023 and
subsequent progress visit in October 2024, outlined in this report
and its appendix.
ii) 
That this report provides a progress update, separate to the usual
quarterly Building a Fairer Newham performance report, which will
be presented to Cabinet in July 2025 and will include progress
updates as it relates to delivery against the Building a Fairer
Newham Corporate Plan and implementation of the Transforming Newham
for the Future plan.
iii) 
That in response to the non-statutory Best Value Notice issued by
the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, the
Mayor and Cabinet will be receiving quarterly Best Value progress
reports to provide assurance on the Council’s progress
against the areas highlighted as areas of concern. Additionally
there will be regular reports presented to Full Council.
 
Alternatives
Considered
 
a) 
The alternative to not publishing current information would be a
continuing lack of transparency about the Council’s
performance. That would undermine the ability of members and
residents to understand how well the organisation is performing,
and whether resources are being used effectively.