A report from the Chief Executive is attached. This sets out the progress made towards delivering the identified key priority indicators for Enfield. (Key decision – reference number 3944)

(Report No.39)

(8.20 – 8.25 pm)

Councillor Achilleas Georgiou (Deputy Leader) introduced the report of the Chief Executive (No.39) setting out the progress made towards delivering the identified key priority indicators for Enfield.

NOTED

1.               The progress made towards delivering the identified key priority indicators for Enfield, as detailed in the report.

2.               That the financial indicators were performing well, as set out in the report. Members extended their appreciation to Councillor Stafford and relevant officers for the work which had been undertaken to achieve these good results.

3.               That some areas of concern remained including the number of households living in temporary accommodation. There had been a significant increase in the numbers of households presenting themselves as homeless in Enfield, the Council had a statutory duty to house these people. This was a national issue. Enfield was actively seeking to address this issue which included the setting up of Housing Gateway for the purpose previously agreed by members.

4.               In response to a question raised, Andrew Fraser (Director of Schools and Children’s Services) outlined in more detail the indicators relating to the persistent absences in secondary and primary schools and the work which was being undertaken to address these areas of concern.

5.               Members noted that the Council would continue to tackle childhood obesity. Further work was required. This was a national issue which needed to be addressed.

6.               The successful indicator in relation to care leavers (19-21 years old) in education, employment or training was noted.

Alternative Options Considered: Not to report regularly on the Council’s performance, would make it difficult to assess progress made on achieving the Council’s main priorities and to demonstrate the value for money being provided by Council services.

Reason: To update Cabinet on the progress made against all key priority performance indicators for the Council.

(Key decision – reference number 3944)