Issue - meetings

(i)              That the Council’s Annual Report for 2023-24 be received.

(ii)             That the 2023-24 Annual Report be referred to Full Council’s 25 September, 2024 meeting.

The Leader introduced the Annual Report for 2023-24 on the progress made during the second year of the Council’s Plan for 2022-26 including contextual information on the financial challenges and operating environment for the Council’s priorities.

The publication of an annual report was accepted good practice and a key element in the Council’s governance and assurance framework providing transparency to stakeholders on progress made, the handling of key risks, the financial outlook of the authority and evidence-based strategy development.

Challenges and achievements were highlighted including Walleys Quarry, Britain in Bloom, the 850^th anniversary of the Borough, the Council’s transformation programme and regeneration plans, the Vulnerability Hub and the appointment of a new Chief Executive.

Members commented as follows:

-        The Deputy Leader expressed his satisfaction over the way the Council was managing its finances and the speed at which funds were allocated towards agreed developments.

-        The Portfolio Holder for Sustainable Environment shared his contentment on food hygiene inspections, recycling and waste management, dog control and alcohol prohibition in local parks and the draft Local Plan.

-        The Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Culture and Heritage was pleased with Britain in Bloom outcomes, the Brampton Museum’s involvement in the 850^th anniversary’s celebrations and notably the many events organised and awards received by the museum, and the management of the Jubilee 2 facility.

Resolved:    (i) That the Council’s Annual Report for 2023-24 be received.

(ii) That the 2023-24 Annual Report be referred to Full Council’s 25th September 2024 meeting.

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