Risk Management Policy Statement and Strategy

Policy Statement

2.1 The Council is committed to establishing and maintaining a consistent risk management approach throughout its decision making and operational processes.

2.2 The Councils risk management objectives are to:

Ensure that risks that could prevent the Council achieving its objectives (including the protection of the Councils reputation) are identified and appropriately managed;
Ensure that risk management is clearly and consistently applied throughout the Council;
Raise awareness of the principles and benefits involved in the risk management process;
Inform policy and operational decisions through the identification of risks and their likely impact;
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements; and,
Ensure safety and wellbeing of staff, Members and customers.