Eastleigh Borough Council Policy and Performance Scrutiny Panel Meeting

There were no declarations of interest in relation to items of business on the agenda.

It was AGREED -

That the Minutes of the meeting of the Panel held on 12 October 2023 be confirmed and signed by the Chair as a correct record.

There was no public participation on this occasion.

The Chair thanked Members for another year of scrutiny and wished everyone a happy Christmas.

Housing Task and Finish Group

An update was given under the Housing Policies item on the agenda.

Graffiti Task and Finish Group

One final meeting will be arranged, and a report will be presented at this Committee shortly.

Councillor Asman introduced the item and explained that the policies cover the approach that EBC will make towards keeping our properties safe, clean and where people want to live. The Resident and Community Engagement policy outlines the Council’s approach to involving residents in their homes, the service provided and their communities.

RESOLVED –

That the Policy and Performance Scrutiny Panel considered the sixth tranche of policies (Fire Safety Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Neighbourhood and Estate Management Policy and Resident and Community Engagement Policy) and they make any recommendations to Cabinet as appropriate.

The Customer Support Manager introduced the report and highlighted the statistics for compliments and complaints.

RESOLVED –

That the Policy and Performance Scrutiny Panel considered and noted information in the Annual Compliments and Complaints report.

[NOTE: Councillor Baker arrived at 18:57.]

A presentation was given which outlined Key Items, Financial Summary, Performance against Corporate Plan and 3 year Action Plan and a summary of Service Performance.

Discussions took place with regards to staffing challenges, financial overspend and interest rates.

RESOLVED –

That the Policy and Performance Scrutiny Panel noted the performance and the forecast financial position of the Council for the second quarter of the financial year, making any necessary recommendations to Cabinet based on this data and information.

The Panel considered the Forward Plan of Key Decisions.

It was AGREED that the report be noted.

Panel members considered their Work Programme to March 2023.

Hampshire Together will be added to the Work Programme.

It was AGREED that the Work Programme be noted.