Participation at Council Meetings and Panels

In my role as Cabinet Deputy for Lifelong Learning, I have participated at council meetings and been in attendance at the following:

• Cabinet Meetings
• Board Meetings
• Droylsden District Assembly
• Admissions Forum
• Work stream Meetings i.e. Building Schools for the Future, Land and Buildings
• Best Value Review Panels
• Scrutiny Panel
• AMPAG (Asset Management Plan Advisory Group) - Chair
• Greater Manchester Pension Fund
• Full Council
• Children's Partnership
• Democratic Services meetings
• Assistance with Marketing and Communications

Participation at District Assemblies

I am a member of the Droylsden District Assembly and my role covers crime, Homewatch schemes and tenants and resident meetings.

Participation on Outside Bodies and Partnerships

I am Chair of the Board of New Charter Housing Trust, as a nominee from the Council.

Constituency Work

I have continued to be involved throughout the year in the many Homewatch groups, which have been established in Droylsden. I have attended numerous meetings and continued to distribute the Homewatch newsletter across 3 Homewatch areas.

As a Ward Member I am involved in the production of our local ward newsletter, which, along with my fellow Ward Councillors, I deliver across the Ward on a quarterly basis.

I chair the Crime and Disorder Sub-Committee, attended by representatives from the Police, District Assembly Advisors and Council Officers.

Members' Advice Surgeries

There are 5 surgeries held each month, which along with my fellow Ward Councillors, attend throughout the year at various venues within the Ward.

 Training and Development

I have received training in my capacity as a Councillor, Cabinet Deputy and member of the Executive Board.

I will continue to attend training and seminars in my capacity as Cabinet Deputy for Lifelong Learning as I believe this to be an important part of my role, which benefits myself both as a Councillor and Tameside Council.

Wherever possible I will promote good practice in Tameside and implement policies efficiently and effectively in the interest of all concerned.

Achievements during the Year

The year has seen many achievements in the Ward I service and in my capacity as Cabinet Deputy for Lifelong Learning. There was a considerable increase in Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 results.

Noticeable improvements have been made in the Ward with street lighting and environmental issues.

The regeneration in Droylsden in new build will have an enormous impact with facilities to be provided in the community.