Decision

The Cabinet has decided to approve changes to various strategy and policies related to corporate governance and anti-fraud measures.

Analysis

outcome: The changes to the strategy and policies were approved by the Cabinet.

summary: The decision involves approving changes to various strategy and policies related to corporate governance, anti-fraud, anti-money laundering, and whistleblowing.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve changes to various strategy and policies related to corporate governance and anti-fraud measures.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves policies related to governance and fraud, which can be sensitive topics for stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "Audit and Standards Committee", "Local government employees"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.

URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1135

Decision Maker:

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: Cabinet received a referral from the Audit and Standards Committee on the strategy and policy review.   Proposed by Councillor Dan Swords (seconded by Councillor James Leppard) it was:   RESOLVED that Cabinet:   A    Approved the changes to the strategy and policies under review being the Local Code of Corporate Governance, Anti-Fraud and Corruption Strategy, the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Policy and the Whistleblowing Policy.    B     Noted that the Audit and Standards Committee endorsed the changes to the strategy and policies at its meeting on 9 December 2025.   C     Noted that the Leader may make minor changes to the strategy and policies before they are published.

Date of Decision: December 17, 2025