The meeting focused on two main topics: a cyber report and an affordable housing report. The cyber report was discussed first, followed by the affordable housing report, both of which were moved to a private session to avoid public disclosure of sensitive information.

The meeting began with a welcome and instructions on meeting etiquette, especially for those attending remotely. Apologies for absence were noted from independent members, including Commerce Soul. Councillor Cunningham clarified that despite sharing a last name with a company being discussed, there was no relation.

The minutes of the last meeting in April 2024 were reviewed for accuracy. Councillor Higgin pointed out inaccuracies on page 15 regarding the use of data from the estate ballot in Carpenters Estate. He clarified that the data was requested to understand potential fraud in tenancy audits, not to identify offenses. Another correction was made about the notice period for visits, emphasizing that visits should be at different times to accommodate working people.

The action log was reviewed next. Councillor Higgin suggested closing AC216 as the action had been completed and inquired about the status of AC200, which had been pending despite reminders.

The forward plan for the year ahead was discussed briefly. Councillor Higgin noted that quarterly reports on the delivery of the savings program, agreed upon in the last meeting, were missing from the list.

The substantive reports on cyber assurance and affordable housing were introduced. It was agreed that these discussions would be held in private to prevent any risk to the Council. Councillor Higgin asked about the mechanism for raising non-exempt matters of concern from the private discussion. It was confirmed that recommendations could be published as long as they did not compromise sensitive issues.

The meeting concluded with a resolution to exclude the press and public for the remaining items, and the YouTube broadcast was ended.