The Senior Manager, Commercial Procurement, presented the regular report of the Director of Resources which looked at the performance against targets for exceptions of contracts and the ‘no PO no pay’ policy within the Council. Both showed improving positions in the reporting period of 1 April to 30 September 2021.

Members noted the progress but remained concerned at the levels of compliance. They were informed that individual services had been identified for targeted action to educate and control. Members recognised that emergency issues required action which may be in contravention of policy but officers were expected to follow such actions with compliance at the first opportunity. The planned new finance software was to help.   

Resolved:

That the report be noted.