Cabinet resolved to:
(i) Note the continued positive impact of the Council’s Social Value in Procurement policy in terms of suppliers’ social value commitments and associated outputs;
(ii) Approve the updated Social Value Toolkit 2022 as set out at Appendix 1 to the report, reflecting the change from five Social Value themes to the three themes and top-level ambitions of:
Investment in Local People: A resilient population. Supporting higher levels of local employment, income, independence, and wellbeing in the borough.
Investment in Local Economy: A vibrant, future focused local economy. A resilient economy that meets the needs of the local population.
Environmental Sustainability: Better outcomes for all. An environmentally sustainable economy with improved air quality and reduced transport, waste, and packaging.
(iii) Note the Council’s plan to pilot a programme focussing on work experience for young people and those disadvantaged in the workplace.