Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Executive approved a supplementary estimate of £217,600 for agency staff and £240,000 for professional representation, to be funded from the MTFP risk reserve.
summary: The decision involves approving additional funding for agency staff and professional representation at Public Inquiries.
topline: The Executive has decided to approve additional funding for agency staff and professional representation at Public Inquiries.
reason_contentious: This decision may be contentious as it involves allocating additional funds from the risk reserve, potentially impacting other areas of the budget.
affected_stakeholders: ["Agency staff", "Professional representatives", "Council members"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://modgov.waverley.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4922
Decision Maker: Executive
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: 1.The total cost to extend agency staff to the end of the financial year is £217,600. The current staffing budget has been utilised by existing permanent staff as well as the cost of agency cover to date. 2.An estimated cost of £240,000 to fund the 4 Inquires. There are no funds reserved for defending appeals in the annual budget at this time. Lack of correct representation increases the risk of the appeal being allowed and having costs awarded against the Council.
Content: 1.The total cost to extend agency staff to the end of the financial year is £217,600. The current staffing budget has been utilised by existing permanent staff as well as the cost of agency cover to date. 2.An estimated cost of £240,000 to fund the 4 Inquires. There are no funds reserved for defending appeals in the annual budget at this time. Lack of correct representation increases the risk of the appeal being allowed and having costs awarded against the Council. The Executive RESOLVED to approve: 2.1 A supplementary estimate of £217,600 to cover the additional cost of agency staff to 31/03/2024 to be funded from the MTFP risk reserve. 2.2 A supplementary estimate of £240,000 to cover the costs professional representation at forthcoming Public Inquiries to be funded from the MTFP risk reserve.
Date of Decision: December 17, 2024