To consider and agree, in the light of comments made by the Audit & Corporate Governance Committee, the proposed framework for preparing an Annual Governance Statement as set out in the appendices to this report.

THAT  (a)        Cabinet considers and agrees the proposed framework for preparing an Annual Governance Statement as set out in the appendices to this report; and

(b)               Cabinet requires the Monitoring Officer to carry out a review of the Council’s Code of Corporate Governance to ensure it meets the new regulations and guidance on the delivery of good governance in local government.

To ensure the Council complies with the latest regulations and guidance on the delivery of good governance within local government.

There are no Alternative Options.