Issue - meetings

This report updated the Sub Committee on progress, performance, risk, budget and contract status relating to the operation of the joint venture between April and June 2026.

Exempt Appendices A and B to the report provided further information in respect of the Medway Norse Performance Update (MN Q4 Report), and the Medway Norse Risk Register status report, which the Sub Committee considered and discussed.

The Partnership Director, Medway Norse Ltd, provided an update on workforce development initiatives, including the recruitment of apprentices to support succession planning and the continued development of school placement opportunities. The Sub Committee was also advised that partnership working with the Prison Service continued to progress positively, with encouraging feedback received from both staff and the Prison Service.

The Sub Committee discussed key performance indicators and service pressures, and took the opportunity to make some queries about littering especially along highways. The distinction between the Shareholder Board, Client Liaison Board and wider Joint Venture governance arrangements was also discussed, with concerns raised regarding governance clarity and ongoing strategic review work.

The Sub Committee were advised that audited accounts remained on target for completion in October. It was agreed that a separate meeting between relevant officers be arranged to discuss the financial and performance information required by this Sub Committee moving forwards.

In relation to the risk register, the Sub Committee discussed ongoing fuel-related risks and the budgeted fuel rebate.

Reasons

The Cabinet Sub Committee should satisfy itself with  progress, performance, risk, budget and contract status relating to the operation of joint venture.