Issue - meetings

To note and accept the information in the report.

The report was submitted by Cllr Cemlyn Williams.

DECISION

To note and accept the information in the report.

DISCUSSION

The report was submitted, noting that it was a pleasure to present the department's performance report. Attention was drawn to the Estyn thematic report on the Authority's work throughout the report, emphasising that it provided an independent view of the department's work. It was emphasised that the report was very positive.

It was explained that the department had confirmed savings for 2021/22, however, the department had underspent £100k at the end of the 2020/21 financial year. It was noted that an initial review anticipated an underspend by the Department by the end of the year, which was a combination of underspending on a number of headings, reduced by an overspend on headings such as Transport. </AI8>

The department was thanked for its hard work and the Cabinet Member noted that he was completely happy with the work done by the department over a difficult time.

Observations arising from the discussion:

¾     Gratitude was expressed for the cameos throughout the Estyn report, noting that this gave a taste of the plans and that it was being seen through the eyes of the citizen.

¾     Pride was expressed that new schools had been built or that better facilities were being obtained in Bangor and Cricieth, and this highlighted the Council's investment in its schools.

¾     Staff were thanked for the regular communication and support of the department, as well as in the schools.