Corporate Plan 2015-2019 Realising our potential Foreword

Mid and East Borough Council’s first Corporate Plan is our statement of intent. It describes our aims and ambitions for the next four years and how we will achieve our vision of “: Working together to create a better future for all.”

The plan outlines the As the lead partner in the Mid and East Antrim Borough transformational change required development of the Community Council is committed to ensure we deliver better services Plan, public services will for the wholeheartedly to fulfilling this for our citizens and continually first time be able to take a truly plan and delivering the outcomes improve services year on year. joined up approach to service we believe will create a better delivery, focusing on the specific future for all. It also sets out how we will utilise social needs of this area. the new powers of planning, We look forward to working with urban regeneration, off street car Mid and East Antrim Borough you and for you over the next four parking and community planning Council is citizen focused, and in years and believe that we have a to deliver real, positive, outcomes these continuing economically strong, joined up Elected Member for our people. difficult times we will be pioneering and Management team that will in our approach to service delivery work hard on behalf of the people Through our Local Development to make every penny count, and of Mid and East Antrim. Plan, as a council we will be account for every penny. able to use planning powers to promote Mid and East Antrim as The objectives we have set are a place to invest, work and live ambitious and challenging and whilst protecting our extraordinary we can only achieve our vision Cllr Billy Ashe, Mayor of Mid and natural environment. for Mid and East Antrim by working East closely with our partners, our communities and actively engaging with our service users.

Anne Donaghy, Chief Executive Mid and East Antrim Borough Council

2 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Contents

Our Place 4 Introduction 4 Economy 6 Tourism 7 Community 8 Heritage and culture 9

Your Council 10

Our Vision 12 The context 13 A new era for Mid and East Antrim 14

Our Corporate Plan 16

Our Strategic Priorities 18 Objectives 1. Growing the economy 20 2. Developing our tourism potential 21 3. Building stronger, safe and healthy communities 22 4. Delivering excellent services 23 5. Developing a high performing Council 24

Realising Our Vision 25

Performance Improvement Plans 26

Monitoring and Reporting 27

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 3 Our Place

Newtowncrommelin

Martinstown Clough

Glarryford

Dunminning

Broughshane Garden Village Arthur Cottage Showgrounds Slemish Mountain Marina

Portglenone Ballymena Seven Towers BRAID Galgorm Town Hall Leisure Centre

Ahoghill Ballymena BALLYMENA

BANNSIDE Moorfields

Kells Village

Kells

The Mid and East Antrim area is beautiful, welcoming, industrious and unique. We know it’s a great place to be, and we want to share that with you.

Mid and East Antrim Borough There are three main towns, covers an area of just over 400 Ballymena, and square miles extending from , and a host of welcoming the River Bann in the west to villages and rural communities the beautiful Antrim coast in the which are home to a population east and includes part of the of just over 135,000 people. Antrim Coast and Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

4 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019

Glenarm Glenarm Marina

Glenarm Castle

COAST ROAD

Carnfunnock Country Park

Ballygally

The Black Arch

Larne Larne Leisure Larne Port Town Hall Centre

Millbrook Larne

Kilwaughter LARNE LOUGH Islandmagee

Glenoe Raloo The Gobbins

Ballycarry Blackhead Bentra Golf Course Lighthouse KNOCKAGH Whitehead

Knockagh Carrickfergus Amphitheatre Monument Town Hall Wellness Centre Carrickfergus Andrew Jackson Carrickfergus Marina Cottage CARRICK Greenisland Carrickfergus Castle CASTLE

5 Economy

Mid and East Antrim benefits from its strategic location within . With close proximity to both major airports, the Port of and, of course, the Port of Larne itself, the area is ideally suited for commerce.

Along with this strategic location, Ballymena’s strong manufacturing These provide commercial and international manufacturing and base employs a high percentage manufacturing facilities to both resilient local companies, the of the population and must be small indigenous business as well groundwork is in place for Mid and protected and nurtured. Ballymena as globally recognised brands such East Antrim to capitalise on signs of also has a thriving social economy as Schrader International, Ryobi economic growth and build itself sector with 468 jobs created and Douglas and Grahame. a strong and formidable economic through a £3.7million investment identity. to 12 social enterprise projects, In June 2013, Larne-based medical though our predecessor council device manufacturer Terumo Throughout the economic of Ballymena Borough Council. BCT announced the creation of downturn our area has maintained 400 new jobs over the next few an above average employment Retail is also a major strength years, following over £2million of rate due to the hard work and within the town of Ballymena, investment from Invest NI. determination of our people. which is one of Northern Ireland’s However, more can be done and top retail destinations, providing As demonstrated in Larne, the we recognise that the importance a vibrant mix of both national and relationships between Mid and East of creating a thriving council independent businesses. Antrim and partners such as Invest area with job creation, economic NI will be critical to success. We investment and growth opportunity A sign of economic regeneration will work with key stakeholders to as perhaps the greatest challenge in Carrickfergus is the fact all three develop an integrated economic ahead for Mid and East Antrim. large industrial sites vacated in the development strategy which aims 1980s now house vibrant industrial to stimulate growth by addressing zones. all related factors such as education, workforce and training.

6 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Tourism

Mid and East Antrim boasts huge tourism potential. With existing attractions and exciting new projects underway, our area has a bountiful offering that will form the basis for a comprehensive tourism strategy, bringing investment and jobs to our Borough.

Carrickfergus is one of Northern Larne’s strategic location on the beauty of the Antrim coastline with Ireland’s richest heritage sites. Antrim Coast welcomes the rest of its huge array of wildlife, Slemish Eight centuries of urban history, the UK and beyond to our Borough. mountain, and many areas of exemplified by the imposing Norman It is the starting point of one of parks and countryside including Castle and old town walls, makes the most beautiful coastal drives many woods and forests which are the town unique in its historical in the world, meandering past open to the public. This provides significance. And with more than a Carnfunnock Country Park and a wide range of opportunities mile of beautiful coastline, it allows the charming villages of Glenarm, for sport and leisure within the visitors to experience the historic Carnlough and Glencoy. area including freshwater and sea castle and harbour through to the fishing, sailing with marinas at state-of-art marina. Ballymena is known as the Carrickfergus and Portglenone, Gateway to the Glens and in recent canoeing, golf, mountain climbing, Travelling along the coast is the years has attracted major private rambling and many more. pretty seaside village of Whitehead. investment. Galgorm Resort and The village was the starting point Spa is undergoing a £10million Events also continue to deliver real for The Gobbins Path, to which investment to create 48 additional economic benefits to our area. visitors flocked during the Victorian bedrooms and new leisure facilities The Dalriada Festival in Glenarm, and Edwardian era. After falling resulting in 60 new jobs once St Patrick’s Day at Slemish into disrepair in the 1950s this completed, and this follows on Mountain and the Carrickfergus engineering wonder has now, from a £2million renovation of the Pageant bring visitors and spend. following a £6million investment, Adair Arms Hotel which brought In 2014, the prestigious Giro been reinstated. It is estimated that 10 additional jobs. d’Italia showcased our area to the 50,000 visitors a year will avail of world and Mid and East Antrim this unique walk, with its stunning Mid and East Antrim is blessed with will continue to host high profile views and distinctive flora, fauna a huge variety of natural resources national and international events. and geological features. including the wild and rugged

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 7 Community

The community of Mid and East Antrim is vibrant and individual and there is a strong sense of place. Across the area, key strategies have been implemented to deliver an extensive range of sporting opportunities and facilities.

The Active Communities to film clubs, hat making to stilt organisation for almost 100 programme encourages walking classes our people engage local community and voluntary participation in target groups of in the rich range of cultural groups and utilises a community older people, women and children activities available within the Mid framework to develop services. and our three predecessor councils and East Antrim area. invested in sporting infrastructure You can expect a warm welcome including refurbished leisure Community representation and from all our communities in Mid centres, outdoor gym equipment partnership is recognised as a vital and East Antrim, and whilst we will and play parks. component in identifying and focus on building the new Borough addressing need. Community, we will recognise the In partnership with our local uniqueness and individual needs communities we will continue to Council will build on the work that different groups and localities deliver an innovative programme of groups like the Carrickfergus require. of events, exhibitions and outreach Community Forum. Operating for projects. From comedy nights over 15 years it acts as an umbrella

8 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Heritage and culture

Mid and East Antrim is rich in historical interest and significance including castles at Carrickfergus, Galgorm and Glenarm, the historic town of Carrickfergus with its 16th century walls, the Moravian settlement at Gracehill, the Chaine Memorial Tower, Larne’s 17th century Town Hall and many historic churches and other buildings and landmarks of historical significance.

The area also boasts strong A distinctive accent sets our American and -Scots people apart in conversation and connections with the ancestral the English language in the area homes of two United States has long been intermingled with Presidents within the area and that of the Scots and Irish. Within Larne being a port of emigration our area, around 18,000 people from which many Ulster-Scots will have some knowledge of emigrants departed for their new Ulster-Scots and 6,000 people lives in America. will have some knowledge of Irish.

Our Borough has a long and rich tradition of language and history.

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 9 40 Councillors, elected in 7 District Electoral Areas, working together to create a better future for all in Your Council Mid and East Antrim Borough.

Ballymena

Cllr Donna Anderson Ald John Carson Cllr Reuben Glover Cllr James Henry Cllr Declan O’Loan UKIP DUP DUP Independent SDLP cllr.anderson@ ald.carson@ cllr.glover@ cllr.jhenry@ cllr.oloan@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07541 830 589 07891 338 220 07733 100 803 028 2565 2456 07764 220 533

Bannside

Cllr Stephen Nicholl Cllr Audrey Wales MBE UUP DUP cllr.snicholl@ cllr.wales@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk Cllr Timothy Gaston Cllr Patrice Hardy Cllr Billy Henry 07967 621 603 07899 985 110 Deputy Mayor Sinn Féin DUP TUV cllr.hardy@ cllr.bhenry@ cllr.gaston@ midandeastantrim.org midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07935 228 722 07599 400 857 07514 213 186 Braid

Ald Stewart McDonald Ald William McNeilly Ald Tommy Nicholl MBE TUV UUP DUP Cllr Beth Adger MBE Ald Robin Cherry MBE DUP UUP ald.mcdonald@ ald.mcneilly@ ald.tnicholl@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk cllr.adger@ ald.cherry@ 07793 848 107 07746 157 674 07970 012 520 midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07976 533 483 07785 752 712

Cllr Beth Clyde Cllr Brian Collins Ald Sam Hanna Cllr Paul Maguire Cllr William McCaughey DUP TUV DUP Sinn Féin DUP cllr.clyde@ cllr.collins@ ald.hanna@ cllr.maguire@ cllr.mccaughey@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.org midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07724 906 855 07745 220 564 07710 402 693 07857 912 097 07739 875 626

10 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Carrick Castle

Cllr Billy Ashe Cllr James Brown MBE Cllr Cheryl Johnston Cllr Noel Jordan Cllr John Stewart Mayor Independent DUP UKIP UUP DUP 07939 634 369 cllr.johnston@ cllr.jordan@ cllr.stewart@ cllr.ashe@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07545 151 992 07775 633 391 07823 442 161 07773 095 133

Coast Road

Cllr James McKeown Ald Maureen Morrow Ald Gerardine Mulvenna Cllr Ruth Wilson Cllr Angela Smyth Sinn Féin UUP Alliance TUV DUP cllr.mckeown@ ald.morrow@ ald.mulvenna@ cllr.rwilson@ cllr.smyth@ midandeastantrim.org midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07719 335 416 07765 146 013 07970 896 367 07771 965 206 07896​ 657723

Knockagh

Ald May Beattie Cllr Lynn McClurg Cllr Lindsay Millar Cllr Paul Sinclair Cllr Andrew Wilson DUP DUP UUP Alliance UUP ald.beattie@ cllr.mcclurg@ cllr.millar@ cllr.sinclair@ cllr.awilson@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 028 9336 6188 07794 602 517 07540 399 685 07779 895 013 07414 478 808

Larne Lough

Cllr Robert Logan Ald Gregg McKeen Cllr Dr Mark McKinty Cllr Paul Reid Cllr Andy P Wilson Alliance DUP UUP DUP UUP cllr.logan@ ald.mckeen@ cllr.mckinty@ cllr.reid@ cllr.apwilson@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk midandeastantrim.gov.uk 07565 168 191 07944 641 251 07771 925 546 07713 511 407 07754 963 615

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 11 Our Vision “Mid and East Antrim: Working together to create a better future for all.”

12 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Our Vision The context

Mid and East Antrim was formed in shadow format following the elections on 22 May 2014, when 40 elected members were appointed to represent the new area, replacing the predecessor councils of Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne Borough Councils from 1 April 2015.

Mid and East Antrim Borough vibrant, healthy, prosperous, safe a political lifetime opportunity to Council was established as part and sustainable communities that do things differently and to do of the programme for local meets the needs of the citizens” different things. government reform, the most and aims to deliver improved significant change in over 40 years. service provision and long-term Our focus is always to improve the cost savings. quality of life for our citizens. The purpose of the reform process is to create a “thriving dynamic For Mid and East Antrim Borough local government that creates Council, this provides a once in

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 13 A new era for Mid and East Antrim

With new responsibilities and a broader range of powers, combined with a partnership approach, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council will be stronger, more effective and flexible to local need, always being focused on our citizens.

We fully recognise that in the Council will, of course, continue The existing council services and current economic climate it is to deliver to a high quality the the new council services will be even more important to make full range of services including delivered within a community every penny count and account bin collection, street cleansing, planning approach – effectively for every penny. That is what our dog control, registration of births, working together to plan and citizens expect and that is what deaths and marriages, arts and deliver better public services with they deserve. Mid and East Antrim museum services and many more. other partners in the area. Borough Council will focus on delivering excellent, value for The combination of existing Creating a Community Plan for money services. council services being transferred Mid and East Antrim will require and the new powers will be joined Council to plan better public During the next number of years, together using the new duty of service delivery with the other the transfer of key functions from Community Planning. This will public services. We will use the central government, to include foster a new way of working, a opportunity provided by our new planning, area planning, local collaborative partnership approach powers and responsibilities to economic development and and the permission to address make sure they make a real positive local tourism and off-street car anything that will improve the difference which is realised in our parking will allow us to enhance wellbeing of all our community. communities. our support for local economic growth.

14 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 “We recognise that Mid and East Antrim must be open, transparent and responsible for all we do and accountable to the citizen.”

We will do this by working in Mid and East Antrim’s 40 Elected This will be supported by the partnership with all who have a Members will work together to Council putting in place policies part to play to deliver value for create a better for future for all and procedures that support money services in line with local and we will work with the public, efficient service delivery, equality need. private, voluntary and community and fairness, evidence-based sectors to deliver on what we decision making and which are The Community Plan places us believe are the right five strategic flexible and adaptable to deal with in a better position to work priorities to improve health, future challenges. together in providing better public wealth and overall wellbeing services and making sure people of our citizens. By putting in place these and communities are genuinely foundations, Mid and East Antrim engaged in the decisions made We will support the development Borough Council will focus on which affect them. of Elected Member and Staff doing things right first time, capacity to ensure we have every time and will develop a In doing this we recognise that the right skills, knowledge and council which is fit for purpose, Mid and East Antrim must be open, attitudes to deliver effective innovative, outcome focused and transparent and responsible for services in line with citizen need. continually improving – always all we do and accountable to the focussed on our citizen. citizen. As part of our commitment we will put in place a Performance Improvement Framework.

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 15 Our Corporate Plan

Our first Corporate Plan for Mid and East Antrim has set out a clear and compelling vision for the people and the place.

It is the overarching plan which and developing the first Community Two key plans which support ties together a number of plans Plan for Mid and East Antrim in a the Council’s priorities are an and strategies which will enable partnership approach. Integrated Economic Growth and the Council to deliver our vision for Development Strategy and the the area and will be interlinked to This plan will bring together the key Local Area Plan. our Community Plan which sees priorities of all public service across all public services and corporate Mid and East Antrim to ensure that Council will be accountable for the priorities come together in one plan public resources are used to the delivery of the priorities through (see diagram opposite). best effect and in line with citizen the annual Business Plans as part need. Council’s priorities are set out of a performance management As the only democratically elected in this, our first Corporate Plan. framework. positions in public service the Elected Members of Mid and The Delivery Action Plans set out East Antrim will take the lead on how we will deliver these priorities initiating, maintaining, facilitating within the allocated resources.

16 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 The diagram below outlines how these plans link together.

The Community Plan (Programme for Government, Regional Strategies and Policies; Objectives of Council and other key public sector organisations) Community Planning

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Working together to create a better future for all

Business Business Business Business Plan Plan Plan Plan 2015–16 2016–17 2017–18 2018–19

+ Increased Jobs

Integrated + Better Public Services Integrated Economic Growth and Development Strategy Integrated Economic Plan + Improved Towns and Villages + Improved Quality of Life Local Development Plan

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 17 Our Strategic Priorities

To deliver our vision, we agreed five integrated strategic priorities to deliver our vision of working together to create a better future for all.

1 Growing the Economy

5 2 Developing a Developing High Performing Our Tourism Council Potential

Working together to create a better future for all

4 3 Delivering Building Stronger, Excellent Safe and Healthy Services Communities

18 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Objectives

Within these five strategic priorities a number of high-level objectives have been identified.

An annual Business Plan will be developed to support the implementation of the objectives and will be made available on our website www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 19 1 Growing the economy

Jobs and investment in the Objectives: Mid and East Antrim area are vital to meeting our vision. 1. Attract jobs and investment to the Mid and East Antrim area through an innovative and dynamic approach to We are committed to growing economic development and regeneration. our economy by creating the conditions which attract 2. Build strong and effective integrated partnerships to address issues of identified economic need. inward investment to our Borough, support sustainable 3. Use our planning responsibilities to maximise impact employment, expand existing on economic development. businesses, and promote 4. Maximise investment through effective lobbying of entrepreneurship and central government and private investors. innovation. 5. Identify and secure funding from European Union, and other sources, to deliver sustainable economic development and regeneration projects.

20 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 2 Developing our tourism potential

Mid and East Antrim Borough Objectives: boasts some of the most beautiful and scenic land 1. Build our brand and make Mid and East Antrim Borough a “go to” destination. and seascapes in Northern Ireland. It is rich in culture and 2. Work in partnership with Tourism NI to shape a heritage and offers the warmest Regional Tourism Strategy reflective of our area’s tourism objectives. of welcomes from its local communities. 3. Make it easy for the visitor to get to and around the Mid and East Antrim area through improved access, We believe that the potential of transport links and signage. our tourism product has not 4. Actively involve our local businesses and communities been fully realised, and has the in developing and delivering tourism products. promise of delivering a great 5. Safeguard our tourism assets including the natural economic benefit to our area. and built environment.

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 21 Building stronger, safe 3 and healthy communities

We want vibrant, safe and healthy Objectives: communities for all our citizens, and the Council’s lead role in 1. Through the Community Plan ensure greater integration of public services at a local level driven through developing the Community partnership, collaboration and effective local working. Plan for our area will be key to delivering this. Continuing to 2. Improve and support the health and wellbeing of our people and communities through our services. work with our communities we will secure a better quality of life, 3. Protect and enhance an attractive, safe and sustainable improved health and wellbeing environment. and protection of our green and 4. Increase the capability and confidence of the community clean Borough. However, we also sector to become more self-sustainable. want to enable and empower our communities to drive 5. Promote equality of opportunity, good relations, and social inclusion to support a better quality of life for all. improvements themselves and build stronger and sustainable communities as a result.

22 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Delivering 4 excellent services

During this time of transformation, Objectives: we will ensure first class frontline services which make a positive 1. Establish measurable service standards which will impact on the quality of life for demonstrate our commitment to the provision of high quality, effective yet value-for-money services. all our citizens. 2. Listen and learn from our customers to identify Moving forward we will deliver service priorities. continuous improvement in the design and delivery of our 3. Embed effective governance arrangements which support open and transparent decision making. services and challenge partner organisations to do the same. 4. Develop a joined-up approach to service delivery across the organisation where the provision of excellent service is the responsibility of all.

5. Work with other service providers to design and deliver services which can be delivered in partnership and avoid duplication of public resources.

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 23 5 Developing a high performing Council

As an organisation we will strive Objectives: to be the best that we can be through effective leadership and 1. To be recognised as a leading council in all areas of service provision, both regionally and nationally. a teamwork ethos at all levels and fostering a culture which 2. Invest in the people who deliver services through is supportive of innovation and enhanced workforce development and effective leadership. taking risks where appropriate. 3. Establish performance management systems which will track performance and support the reporting of the Performance Improvement Plan and statutory performance indicators.

4. Undertaken baseline studies which will benchmark the Council’s current performance levels and will inform future targets and measures.

5. Maintain the financial health fo the Council with robust mechanisms to support the effective and efficient use of resources.

24 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Realising Our Vision

The values we will demonstrate which will allow us to R.E.A.L.I.S.E. our vision:

Respect Leadership and commitment Service innovation Establishing a culture of openness, Through strong leadership we will We will empower people to express trust and value. give direction, provide support their ideas and harness their and empower everyone to play creative skills through supporting Excellence their role in delivering the vision them to be transformative. To be an exemplar - striving to be and strategic priorities for all our the best we can be by efficiently people. Equality and fairness and effectively managing and To recognise and value diversity deploying resources in order to Integrity and promote opportunity and maximise outcomes. To support a spirit which enables equal access to services. honesty, accountability and trust A teamwork approach throughout. Working together and supporting each other in true partnership to make the vision of Mid and East Antrim a reality.

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 25 Performance Improvement Plans

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is committed to continuous improvement in the delivery of our services.

+ Strategic effectiveness To support and demonstrate this + Service quality commitment we will develop and implement an annual Performance + Service availability Improvement Plan. + Fairness + Sustainability With our Performance Improvement Plan we will show + Efficiency how we will deliver improvement + Innovation in at least one of these areas.

We will consult on and publish our Performance Improvement Plan annually to ensure accountability and transparency.

26 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Corporate Plan 2015–2019 Mid and East Antrim Borough Residents’ Magazine January 2016

Monitoring and Reporting

Performance Management systems will be put in place which will include our new statutory duties in relation to Performance Improvement.

In line with these duties Mid and Council / Chief Executive East Antrim Borough Council will • Twice yearly Progress Update to Council by Chief Executive produce an Annual Performance • Annual Performance Improvement Report to Council by Improvement Plan which will detail Chief Executive our progress in achieving our • Publication of Annual Performance Improvement Report corporate objectives; provide an overall assessment of our Senior Management Team performance for the public and • Written Director’s report to Chief Executive every 3 months outline actions that are required to drive improvements. Individual Senior Management Team members • Included within personal objectives and Council’s In addition, the Council will monitor Performance Management arrangements. and scrutinise the implementation of the Corporate Plan twice per financial year. The scrutiny and reporting structure is detailed as follows:

www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk 27 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council 1-29 Bridge Street Ballymena BT43 5EJ

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