Decision details

Cabinet considered the Member Development Programme which included suggestions from the LGA Peer Review.  It was anticipated that a Member group would be able to consider topics such as increasing Member engagement, methods of communication to increase attendance and buddying schemes for Members.

RESOLVED that:

1.     The Member Development Programme 2024/25 be approved.

2.     A cross-party Member group be formed to consider items including Member Development and Member Safety.

Reason

The provision of a comprehensive Member Development Programme is a fundamental element of good governance. It ensures that Members are properly equipped to undertake their duties as Councillors and provides safeguards toward the integrity of Council decision making.

(Following the item Councillor T A Cullen joined the meeting and stated that she had no interests to declare.)