Agenda item

The Performance & Information Manager gave a presentation on the latest performance information for the second quarter of 2018/19; updated on the progress of key projects; and delivery against manifesto commitments.

It was noted that 9 of the 17 high level performance targets in the Corporate Balanced Scorecard were rated ‘green’, with a further 6 ‘amber’ and 1 ‘red’.  One of the measures did not have a target assigned.  There had been a deterioration in performance of four indicators since the previous quarter relating to child protection plans, uptake of health checks, crime rates and proportion of residents claiming certain benefits.  However, there had been an improvement in several indicators including the number of 16 to 17 year olds not in education, employment or training which was 3.2% in Slough compared to 6% nationally.

The one ‘red’ rated indicator related to the number of homeless households in temporary accommodation which had risen significantly in recent years.  The Council had taken action to address the problem including investment in James Elliman Homes and this had contributed to the first decline in the number for two years.

An overview of progress of the Council’s 25 key projects was provided and it was noted that they were largely on track.  Members were updated on the latest position on the ‘red’ rated projects including some schools projects such as the Grove Academy.  The delivery of manifesto commitments was also detailed in the report and of 57 pledges it was reported that 47 were rated ‘green’.  At the conclusion of the discussion the report was noted.

Resolved –  That the Council’s current performance as measured by the performance indicators within the balanced scorecard, the progress status of the gold projects and the manifesto commitments be noted.

(Councillor Sarfraz left the meeting)