Purpose

Following the appointment of the Chief Executive in July 2023,
Tower Hamlets Council embarked on its ambitious ‘People
First’ transformation journey. This report details the
significant progress made in addressing key concerns identified by
the Head of Paid Services.

Content

The Mayor noted and agreed the reasons for urgency as set out in
the report.
 
DECISION
 

1.   
Note the council’s significant achievements over the
past year in building a stronger Tower Hamlets.

2.   
Support the commitment outlined in Section 3.6 to redefine
the corporate centre. This restructuring aims to enhance efficiency
and effectiveness, ultimately maximising value for the
council.

3.   
Note that the risks identified within this report are
addressed as part of the wider reports presented in this Cabinet
meeting agenda pack. These reports include Leisure Insourcing,
Housing Options, and Scrutiny. Additionally, the May 2024 HR
Committee and Audit Committee agendas address related risk
mitigation strategies in HR, Recruitment, and
Procurement.
 
Action by
CHIEF EXECUTIVE (S.
HALSEY)
Acting Deputy Director of Strategy, Improvement &
Transformation (R. Beattie)