Decision Maker: Scrutiny Committee - Corporate and Resources

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 24, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   The Committee reviewed, scrutinised and commented on the DRAFT Executive Report, its associated business case and its recommendations in advance of consideration by Executive on 1 October 2025 (Annex A). (Unanimous) The Committee considered whether any additional recommendations should be made to the Executive and stated that the Pay and Grading review should consider the grading of the key roles within the project and review in relation to the importance of this initiative. (Unanimous) The Committee considered any additional risks or issues that Scrutiny believe executive should consider in advance of consideration by Executive on 1 October 2025 (risk log) and stated that it was important that any changes to government policy or legislation must be taken into account. (Unanimous) The Committee endorsed that progress on this programme of activity is reported along with the council’s transformation programme but also that a quarterly report should come to the Scrutiny Committee on the progress of the project and use of AI. (8 votes in favour, 2 against)