Agenda item

The Committee considered a report of the Office of the Police, Crime and Victims’ Commissioner which presented the outcome of the staff restructure and job evaluation process (for copy see file of Minutes).

The Acting PCVC informed the Panel that the restructure recognised the important work undertaken and sought to maximise efficiency.  In addition, and, in the spirit of transparency, any member of the public wishing to know how the office is structured can do so as the information is publicly available.  He added that an integral part of the restructure evaluation had been future considerations, such as an imminent government announcement which is likely to impact on the work of Police, Crime and Victims’ Commissioner offices. 

Councillor Boyes asked what percentage the net employee costs of £870,000 will be of the grant budget, and, how this compares with other areas of the country. The Interim Chief Executive responded that, as a guide, Police, Crime and Victims’ Commissioner offices are not expected to cost more than 1% of the total grant received, and, the office is below 1%, is streamlined, and, compares favourably.  The Acting PCVC cautioned that making comparisons with other PCVC offices is difficult as not all offices are equal in transparency. 

Referring to the intern programme, Councillor Boyes asked whether the programme would continue and, if so, whether there would be opportunities for career progression.  The Interim Chief Executive explained that the office will continue to host interns and consideration had been given to post and salary levels, in order to enable career progression as interns are talented and valued members of the team who often express a desire to move into leadership and management roles.

Resolved:

That the report be noted.