AM presented the risk register, commenting that the version presented had been included within the checkpoint 3 documentation. The risk register presented did not reflect a number of updates that had been completed, due to timescales. An updated Risk Register would be presented at the October meeting. AH discussed risks relating to timescales, slippage and capacity to deliver to move forward whilst trying to close down the PCT. AM confirmed that the longer term plan is to move to an electronic risk register system which will facilitate the update process of the risk register. Risk Management Strategy Discussion took place on the Risk Management Strategy. AM reported that the Risk Management Strategy describes the Audit Committee having overall responsibility for the risk management within the Governance structure of the CSU. It was noted that details relating to the audit function and hosting arrangements is not yet fully known. Discussion also took place about the need for shadow Board arrangements for the CSU to be developed. AH suggested that a hosting arrangements paper be brought to the next meeting. It was RESOLVED to approve the Risk Management Strategy. CSS/12/24
Workplan RS presented the workplan to the Board. It was RESOLVED to: i. ii. iii. iv.
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present the workplan at future meetings add the workplan to the checkpoint documentation identify priorities within the workplan be flexible to changing workloads
Any other business MG reported that there will be an induction process for new members of staff to the WYCSU and outlined the details of this. AL to ask the CKW Board if they are receiving the assurance from the WYCSU minutes or whether further action is required.
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Date and time of next meeting 7 November 2012 Hargreaves Room, Broad Lea House 10.00 – 12.00
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