Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet approved the People & Culture Strategy, core workforce values, year 1 implementation plan, and noted the Internal Communications & Engagement Strategy.
summary: The decision at stake is the approval of the People & Culture Strategy and its implementation plan by the Cabinet.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve the People & Culture Strategy and its implementation plan.
reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it focuses on internal strategies and values.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council employees", "Residents", "Businesses"]
contentiousness_score: 2
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://meetings.cotswold.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=433
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: The purpose of the reports was to seek Cabinet’s approval of the People & Culture Strategy (Annex A) and the accompanying Year 1 implementation plan (Annex B). Councillor Mike Evemy. Leader of the Council, introduced the report. The recommendations were proposed by Councillor Mike Evemy and seconded by Councillor Andrea Pellegram. RESOLVED that Cabinet: 1. Approved the People & Culture Strategy as detailed in Annex A 2. Approved the four core workforce values: a. We put our communities first: b. We are one team: working for our residents and businesses c. We are business focussed: ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and good value for money d. We are set up for success: to deliver against our corporate priorities 3. Approved the year 1 implementation plan as detailed in Annex B (September 2025 – August 2026) 4. Noted the Internal Communications & Engagement Strategy as detailed in Annex C Voting Record: 8 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstentions.
Date of Decision: September 4, 2025