Agenda item

The Area Council Manager introduced this item and provided an update on the delivery of commissioned projects across the North East Area Council’s agreed priorities.

Apprenticeships and Employability Environmental Project – It was highlighted that from September 2014 to June 2016, 6 jobs have been created, 23 apprentices have been through the scheme, 24 volunteer community cohesion events have been attended and 100% of Area Council spend has been spent locally.

Kingdom Security – Cumulative figures for the initial Enforcement Contract were provided, together with case studies on the dog fouling enforcement work at Great Houghton and on the Trans Pennine Trail.  Members were reminded of the continuing need to report hotspots to the Area Council Manager. 

Employability for under 16s Summer Holiday Internship – A report was provided detailing the key milestones achieved, activity and intervention targets achieved and social value indicators. It was highlighted that 16 students from Holy Trinity have signed up for places together with 17 from Shafton ALC, and 15 from Carlton ALC.  Local employers are offering work places again, and one has taken on a full time apprentice due to positive involvement last year.

Youth Development Fund – The Area Council Manager outlined a case study demonstrating the significant contribution that one individual had made at one of the local Youth Groups, and how this had improved her own confidence and encouraged  her to go on to study for a University degree.

RESOLVED that the North East Area Council Project Performance Report in respect of the delivery of commissioned projects be noted.