Decision details

1.         That the proposed changes to the Governance Base Budget be approved for implementation in 2013/14.

2.         That the staff structure proposed in Appendix 1 be approved for consultation.

3.         That authority be delegated to the Executive Member Resources, Policy and Performance to approve implementation of the structure following the consultation responses being received.

The Executive Member (Resources, Policy and Performance) presented a confidential report which updated Members on a business transformation review of Governance undertaken by the Head of Service.  The report sought authority to implement changes to the Services Base Budget and commence the process for undertaking a re-structure of the staffing of the service.

Decision made

1.         Approval granted that the proposed changes to the Governance Base Budget be for implementation in 2013/14.

2.         Approval granted for consultation on the staff structure proposed in Appendix 1.

3.         Delegated authority granted to the Executive Member (Resources, Policy and Performance) to approve implementation of the structure following the consultation responses being received.

Reason(s) for decision

The proposals will ensure the continuation of a high level of service from Governance and make budget savings in support of the Council’s transformation strategy.

Alternative option(s) considered and rejected

Not to undertake and changes. This neither meets the changing needs of the authority nor addresses the need to make budget savings.