DECISION

1.    To note the Sustainability & Transformation Plan (STP) submitted in October 2016 – www.nelstp.org.uk/progress-to-date.htm

2.    To agree that the Council will continue to engage as a key partner in both Tower Hamlets Together and the Transforming Services Together programme across three boroughs where appropriate

3.    To agree that the Council will not endorse the STP at this time, until the concerns identified within this report have been fully addressed - including thorough public consultation on any proposed changes - but will continue to engage with the STP process and participate in the governance arrangements proposed; continuing to highlight the issues identified in this report with the expectation they are resolved

Action by:

CORPORATE DIRECTOR, HEALTH, ADULTS AND COMMUNITY (D. RADLEY)