The Council is committed to a proactive approach to risk management to ensure the process becomes embedded. Clear identification and assessment of risks will lead to a more effective use of resources and direct improvements to the service for our customers and stakeholders, as well as improve corporate governance and performance.
By being more risk aware, the Council will be better placed to manage threats and take advantage of opportunities. The Council has a Corporate Risk Register which highlights the strategic risks facing the Council. Additionally, Directorates, Programmes and Projects formulate risk registers which record and monitor their risks; these are reviewed on a regular basis.
The Council has in place a
Risk Management Strategy and Policy (1.17mb PDF)Link opens in a new window.