Everything the Council does is based on six operating principles:
Governance and assurance
Governance and assuranceEnsuring grip and control aligned to the Council’s Governance review, ensuring that we are resilient, safe and compliant.
Financial sustainability
To ensure delivery of the Council’s agreed savings plans, monitor spend and evidence best value in everything we do.
People First
Embedding the Council’s People Strategy to create a culture that supports and enables high performance, helping us to become a trusted, inclusive and innovative council.
Partnerships
Collaborating with partners in health, other local authorities and blue light services as well as central government departments and the private sector. Being clear on roles and accountability with our partners.
Digital self-service
To maximise the use of technology to improve access to services and information, to reduce cost and operate more efficiently.
Evidence informed
Using data to inform decision making and improve performance.