Decision details

Report seeking Cabinet Member approval to spend capital funding available in the Data Operating System capital budget 

Summary of Decision: The Cabinet Member for Finance and Council Reform has approved the release and expenditure of £0.770m from the Data Operating System capital budget in 2024/25, and approved the release and expenditure of £2.83m from the Data Operating System capital budget in 2025/26 subject to approval of the Council’s overall capital programme as part of the budget setting process for 2025/26. 

Reason for Decision: The Council considers data to be an asset that is able to provide value way beyond its primary use or purpose. To maximise the opportunities this affords, it is essential that a strategic modern data platform is implemented, supported by improved data governance and the continued development of Environment and Proactive data product lines.