To consider and receive the report of the Director (Policy and Governance).

To approve the changes to the Financial Systems and Exchequer Services outlined in the report that were approved by Shared Services Joint Committee on 9 September and by Full Council at both Chorley and South Ribble Councils in September 2019. No further changes have been made to the report since this approval was given.

Councillor Peter Wilson, Executive Member (Resources), presented the confidential report of the Director (Policy & Governance) which briefs Members on the review of, and amendments to, the existing shared services for finance between South Ribble Borough Council and Chorley Borough Council.

Decision:

To approve the changes to the Financial Systems and Exchequer Services outlined in the report that were approved by Shared Services Joint Committee on 9 September and by Full Council at both Chorley and South Ribble Councils in September 2019. No further changes have been made to the report since this approval was given.

Reasons for Recommendation(s):

A review of shared services, operational structures and staff development will ensure that both councils are supported by a finance team that has the appropriate tools to deliver a best practice service in the most efficient and effective manner.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:

None.