Decision details

The report presented an updated Risk Management Policy & Strategy for adoption by Cabinet which would provide a framework for officers to develop a refreshed Corporate Risk Register as well as Operational, Project & Partnership Registers in due course. 

The report had been considered by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee at their meeting on 17 July 2018. Their comments were circulated to the Cabinet Members at the meeting.

Proposed by Councillor Dearden,

Seconded by Councillor Godfrey; and

RESOLVED:

1.        That report C/18/23 be received and noted.

2.        That the proposed Risk Management Strategy be adopted.

(Voting figures: 9 for, 0 against, 0 abstentions).

REASONS FOR DECISION:

A clear framework as outlined within the strategy will ensure consistency in approach across the organisation, provide clarity of roles with respect to Risk Management and enable progress towards an embedded Risk Management culture within the organisation.