The Strategic Director for Regeneration and Environment presented an update for Members in relation to performance of the Regeneration and Environment Department against the delivery of the Directorate Plan 2014/2015 as at 31 July 2014. He commented that performance against 17 outcome measures indicated that 15 were RAG rated ‘green’ and the following two were rated as ‘amber’ –

·  Reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured in Road Traffic Accidents (KSI)

·  Percentage of working age people claiming out-of-work benefits

He outlined the reasons for the ‘amber’ ratings and indicated that with performance for both improving, he expected both indicators to meet the 2014/2015 end of year target. In response to a comment from a Member that with an ageing population it was important to monitor road crossings, the Strategic Director indicated that the greater than expected number of pedestrian KSI casualties was an issue across Merseyside. He commented upon a number of ongoing campaigns and indicated that officers were working closely with Merseyside Police to investigate the issue.

Resolved – That the report be noted.