Agenda item

Juliet Whitworth, Research and Information Manager, introduced the item. She discussed the online data and bench marking service. 150 local authorities were currently taking part in the bench-marking. She gave a demonstration.

In the discussion which followed, members made the following points:

·         It was emphasised that this was a valuable tool. Members asked if there were training sessions available.

·         Members suggested that the tool was further promoted, and that a letter to council cabinet members was issued advising them about it.

·         Members asked how up-to-date the data was and whether it would assist with identifying the best council departments.

·         It was suggested that there should be a demonstration of the tool at the LGA Conference Innovation Zone.

Decision

1.    The Improvement and Innovation Board noted developments and progress.

Action

1.    Officers to proceed with work in line with members’ steer.