Read the Council Plan 2008/2009

The objectives, targets and performance information sections of the Council Plan for 2008/09 are available to download in chapters below.

The full Council Plan also includes:

• Code of Practice on workforce matters
  our guidelines for projects involving the transfer of staff

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Council Plan 2008/09 - A summary of our profile (136k) Describes the background against which the 2008/2009 Council plan is set. (15 pages)
Strategic management and economic development chapter 2008/09 (110k) How we will strengthen the local economy, address areas of deprivation and make planned improvements to education, business and transport infrastructure (19 pages).
Corporate resources chapter 2008/09 (60k) How we will efficiently manage resources to deliver quality services, keeping to the lowest possible Council Tax (12 pages).
Community services chapter 2008/09 (129k) How we will work to ensure safer communities, provide community leadership, improve library services and promote the electronic delivery of services. (23 pages)
Adult social care chapter 2008/09 (122k) How we will improve our services including putting in place the new government initiative Putting People First (22 pages).
Children's services chapter 2008/09 (120k) How we will continue to work with partners and local communities to provide support to children, young people and their families (23 pages).
Transport and environment chapter 2008/09 (130k) How we plan to reduce traffic congestion and improve road safety, travel choices, the management and reduction of waste, and the protection of and access to the countryside. (21 pages)
BVPI tables (115k) How the Council measures up to the standardised suite of Best Value Performance Indicators (BVPIs) set by the Department for Local Government and Communities.