Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 10, 2025

Purpose: Cabinet to consider the report and action plan in relation to the Peer Review.

Content: RESOLVED that   a)              the Corporate Peer Challenge report be received and Full Council be recommended to note the positive commentary, and the recommendations in the report, and to consider the proposed action plan in the report. b)              the action plan be agreed and the work already completed be noted. c)              progress of the action plan be reviewed in 6 months. d)              the action plan review with the LGA to discuss progress made on the action plan is scheduled for November 2025.   Reasons for the decision   To note the report produced by the Local Government Association (LGA) facilitated Corporate Peer Challenge and agree the action plan.   Alternative Options Considered   The Council welcomed the opportunity to host a Corporate Peer Challenge visit and would want to demonstrate positive action to respond to the recommendations.   The do nothing option would prevent the Council form learning from our colleagues and the wider sector.   The call-in deadline is Tuesday 15 April 2025 at 4.00 pm.