Nicola Newton

Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 1 July 2026 - 4.30 pm

Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 10 June 2026 - 4.30 pm

The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee reviewed the council's budget outturn for the 2025/26 financial year, noting a balanced budget despite directorate overspends, and began planning its work programme for the upcoming year. The committee also discussed committee business, including the approval of draft pages for the Scrutiny Annual Report and noted correspondence with the Cabinet.

Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 15th April, 2026 4.30 pm

The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee met on 15 April 2026 to discuss the progress of Central Transport Services (CTS) and the Council's Workforce Strategy. Significant improvements were noted in CTS following a period of audit challenges, with a focus on fleet replacement and the transition to electric vehicles. The committee also reviewed the ongoing implementation of the Workforce Strategy, discussing priorities for its final year and the development of a new strategy.

Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 16 March 2026 - 4.30 pm

The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee met to scrutinise the Council's plans for a new core office building and an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Key decisions were made regarding the development agreement for the new core office, including its size and associated costs, and an update was provided on the progress of the ERP system.

Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 - 10.00 am

The Policy Review and Performance Scrutiny Committee met to scrutinise the draft Corporate Plan for 2026-29 and the draft Budget proposals for 2026-27. Key discussions included the strategic direction of the council, financial planning, and service delivery, with a particular focus on education, social care, and environmental initiatives.