Issue - meetings

To receive an update in respect of risk management issues.

The committee received a report which provided an update on risk management in the council and invited the committee to note the key risks identified in the corporate risk register and the proposals to carry out more detailed risk profiling to challenge service level risks.  In addition, the report set out the work currently underway to manage the risks associated with the potential for a no-deal EU Exit.  The report provided a summary of the risks contained on the risk register and it was noted that further information could be circulated to councillors following the meeting.

During discussion, comments were raised as follows:

·                Some risk ratings may vary due to officer interpretation

·                In respect of risks around staffing issues and loss of corporate knowledge, it was noted that further management information could be provided for top level risks

·                In respect of the risk associated with the loss of ICT service or data through a cyber attack, it was reported that although a significant amount of controls were in place, the risk was identified as high as the potential consequences were significant.  This issue was to be considered by the Resources Scrutiny Committee

·                A request was made for further information for those items identified at the higher end of the risk register.  This would be included in the next report

·                Issues around fuel requirements were to be considered by a stand alone Board

·                It was agreed that an item on the risks relating to staff recruitment and retention would be included on the work programme for a future meeting.

The report was noted.