Decision Maker: Mid Suffolk Cabinet, Babergh Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 9, 2025

Purpose: To note key performance indicators demonstrating the Council’s progress against the key themes

Content: It was RESOLVED: -   1.1         That Cabinet noted the performance for Q1 for 25-26, including the key performance indicators that are shown as red in the status and commentary around these.   REASON FOR DECISION   To ensure overview of Council performance and areas of focus where performance is not where it is expected to be, and mitigation measures to address any KPIs below agreed targets.   Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:   Option 1: No reporting on council performance – not pursued as good governance requires regular review of performance against council objectives and statutory duties.   Option 2: Reporting on statutory performance requirements only – not pursued as performance is wider than just the Council’s statutory duties, it also entails the priorities identified in the Our Plan for Babergh.   Option 4: Reporting on Key Performance Indicators and progress on the Council’s agreed strategies, connected to actions identified from risk mitigation – not pursued at present, but as shown in the report below performance reporting is under development and will change moving forward into future quarters.   Any Declarations of Interests Declared: None Any Dispensation Granted: None