Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved.
summary: The decision at stake is the approval of the Corporate Performance Report Q4 by a UK council.
topline: The UK council has decided to approve the Corporate Performance Report Q4.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the effective management of services and finances, which can impact various stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Employees", "Service users"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://www.southampton.gov.uk/modernGov/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3541
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: To consider the report of the Leader of the Council detailing the Corporate Performance Report Q4.
Content: To consider the report of the Leader of the Council detailing the Corporate Performance Report Q4. (i) Note the Quarter 4 performance report. (ii) Note performance issues raised, actions being taken and consider any areas for focus or further investigation Embedding a consistent and effective performance reporting process is important for the organisation to effectively manage its services and finances, improve processes and outcomes and to deliver on transformation objectives. 2. The proposed approach aligns to the Data and Intelligence Strategy for the Council and its aspiration to be an evidence and intelligence-led organisation. No corporate reporting process in place, with reporting ad-hoc or on request. Rejected as regular performance reporting is essential for the council to effectively manage its business.
Date of Decision: June 17, 2025