Gold Award

Development

A business plan covering a financial

forecast for at least three years

linked to revenue and capital plans for

the council and its community

Criteria representing a council’s role in the community and how it engages with the community

Criteria representing council improvement through the management and development

of staff and councillors

Ensures that the council delivers value for money

An annual report online material

and at least four news bulletins and other council communications with evidence of:

• engaging with diverse groups in the community using a variety of methods

• community engagement influencing council activity and priorities

• A wide range of council activities, including innovative projects, that produce positive outcomes for the community

• co-operating constructively with other organisations

Manages the performance of the council as a corporate body

Delivers best practice in meeting its duties in relation to bio-diversity and crime & disorders

Provides leadership in planning for the future of the community

Manages the performance of each individual staff member to achieve its business plan

Engages with the community on issues related to the environment and climate change