Purpose

This report will set out performance for Q4 showing progress on the strategic plan priorities and all reportable strategic measures.

Decision

DECISION:

1. Note the strategic delivery and performance report for Q4 covering the period of 1st January 2026 to 31st March 2026.
2. Review the status of 60 performance measures in Q4 tracking the delivery of Year 4 of the Strategic Plan 2022-2026 (See Appendix A).

REASONS FOR DECISION:

1. The council’s reporting cycle – the Performance Management & Accountability Framework is set up to provide quarterly update reports for the delivery of the Strategic Plan 2022-2026 including operational performance measures. 
2. Targeted performance measurement is relevant to strategic policy as it helps services to be designed so that they can deliver strategic objectives.
3. By examining performance measures of operational activity, the council can make informed decisions about how to effectively steer resources towards the goals of the organisation.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS:

Cabinet may decide not to review the performance information. This is not recommended as Corporate Directors and Lead Members have a key role to review and challenge under-performance in their services and utilise performance information to inform resource allocation.

Action by: Chief Executive