(a)    The suggested improvements are implemented in a timely manner to improve the performance of the major contracts for Public Realm services and Property and Facilities Management services, specifically:-

a.    Build technical knowledge within the Council

b.    Improve internal and external (parish council) communication and education

c.    Increase the involvement of the procurement team

d.    Set up a contract management framework

e.    Consider an appropriate Contract Management System (CMS); and

(b)  Cabinet undertake a progress review in six months’ time.