Issue - meetings

(CAB3273)

Councillor Tod introduced the report and emphasised that there had been good progress towards the Council’s main objectives and the priority adopted to main high quality services during the pandemic. 

At the invitation of the Leader, Councillor Horrill address Cabinet as summarised briefly below.

As Chair of the Performance Panel, drew attention to a number of issues that were raised including recovery of the local economy post-Covid and the requests for further updates on the Movement Strategy and flood alleviation schemes.  The requirement to ensure the Council undertook effective consultation with all residents.  Did not consider the concerns raised at Scrutiny Committee regarding the Performance Panel were fair or were raised in an appropriate manner.

Councillor Tod responded to comments made, including highlighting that both the Movement Strategy and flood alleviation were County Council led projects which impacted at times on when updates were available to share.  He also emphasised the importance of ensuring that the reports being scrutinised were available to all Members and the wider public.