Executive post

The Deputy Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Resources and Performance has responsibility for leading on budget and policy formulation and implementation in relation to:

·         Resources (including billing, collection and recovery of local taxation)

·         Financial forward planning and budgeting

·         The effective use of resources and value for money

·         Risk management

·         Asset management

·         Corporate procurement

·         Human resources

·         Insurance

·         Fees and charges

The monitoring of the Council’s budget and to instigate such interventions as necessary to ensure spending is kept within limits determined by Council. 

This portfolio holder is also tasked with:

·         The administration of Housing and Council Tax Benefits.

·         Leading on budget and policy formulation and implementation in relation to Performance.

·         Securing the most beneficial terms for services and goods provided to the Council.

·         Working to provide better services with less money.

·         Being involved in and promoting discussions in relation to any matters within the portfolio.