Decision details

ICT & Digital Housing Systems Resources Report

Decision Maker: Leader - Portfolio Holder Strategy, Performance & Finance

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

To notify and seek approval to add a permanent post to the establishment to meet the changing needs of the Housing Directorate and for future requirements to support projects, including Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

Decision:

AGREED To restructure the ICT & DS Business Unit with the objective of creating one additional permanent position.

 

Reasons for the decision:

To ensure adequate capacity for both present and future workloads, it is essential to align organisational and community plan objectives with anticipated requirements for LGR.

 

Alternative options considered:

Temporary resources, such as agencies, contractors, and fixed-term staff, have been reviewed and rejected because of current market conditions, a shortage of short-term talent, and a preference for individuals committed to the long-term success of systems and data quality.

 

Publication date: 08/12/2025

Date of decision: 08/12/2025

Effective from: 12/12/2025

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