This report presents the final report from the Scrutiny Committee 1 on Paperless Working within the Council for consideration.

The subject of the decision:

This report presented the final report from the Scrutiny Committee 1 on the introduction of paperless working within the Council for consideration.  Cabinet commended the work undertaken by the Scrutiny Committee and officers involved in carrying out the review.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

To take account of the findings of Scrutiny Committee 1.

THE DECISION:

That the introduction of paperless working within the Council be supported subject to:

(1)     the introduction being undertaken in a staged approach;

(2)     adequate back up being in place in the event of system failure;

(3)     the review of the website ensuring that it can facilitate paperless working for Members;

(4)     adequate training being provided in a phased manner;

(5)     the provision of hard copies being maintained on a request basis;

(6)     consideration being given to the use of a screen to relay the agenda at meetings; and

(7)     Town/Parish Councils being supported to operate as they decide.