Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: June 26, 2025

Purpose:

Content:   Recommendations: 1.1.                To agree to the publication and adoption of a Council-wide Digital and Data Strategy to underpin the Islington Together 2030 plan, our resident experience outcome aspirations and our statutory responsibilities across all services. 1.2.                To approve the Digital and Data Strategy attached as Appendix 1 to this report. 1.3.                To sanction the publication and promotion of the Digital and Data Strategy along with the accompanying Case Studies that are attached as Appendix 2. 1.4.                To agree to the development of a Council-wide digital and data delivery plan, measures and timelines for the stated missions, in partnership with the Corporate Management Team and Mission Delivery Board. This will ensure that the Council takes collective accountability for the delivery of our digital aspirations, as recommended by the recent LGA Peer Challenge review.   DECISIONS: 1.    AGREED RECOMMENDATIONS 2.    To request the Members’ Development Officer to consider training for all councillors on the best use of digital tools, such as AI. Reasons for the decision – as detailed in the report Other options considered – as detailed in the report Conflicts of interest / dispensations granted – none