Issue - meetings

The Lead Member for Planning and Infrastructure introduced the report, stating that the work relating to the Bridges Gyratory flood defence barrier was due to start in early 2023. The Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) showed largely positive performance, although the ‘Percentage of Priority 2 enforcement cases dealt with in time’ had only achieved 86.78% against the 90% target. It was anticipated that the KPI would achieve its target for the current quarter, with additional staff having been recruited to the pre-existing vacancies.

The Committee reiterated the importance of ensuring continued progress on enforcement cases, particularly given the significant correspondence received by Members from the Public on the matter. However, it was noted that enforcement cases could be complex and difficult to resolve, particularly in the short-term.

The Lead Member for Planning and Infrastructure provided reassurance to the Committee that discussions were ongoing with the Head of Development Management, to ascertain if improvements to the enforcement service could be made. 

RESOLVED: That;

1. the Revenue position as at the end of Quarter 1 for 2022/23, including the actions being taken or proposed to improve the position, where significant variances have been identified, be noted;

2. the Capital position at the end of Quarter 1 be noted; and

3. the Performance position as at Quarter 1 for 2022/23, including the actions being taken or proposed to improve the position, where significant issues have been identified, be noted.