Issue - meetings

As detailed in the recommendations.

The Cabinet Member for Corporate Management presented an overview on the development of the Flintshire Modern Trainee Scheme.

The Head of Human Resources & Organisational Development spoke of changes to the scheme over recent years which had led to an improved retention record, and proposals to enhance this further through central funding and partnership arrangements.

The Cabinet Member for Public Protection, Waste & Recycling welcomed the report including the proposal to expand the variety of apprenticeships available, and spoke of the need for the Council to support the professional development of individuals.

RESOLVED:

(a)       That the report be noted;

(b)       That Members continue to support the central funding of Flintshire Trainees;

(c)        That Members support the expansion of the variety of Apprenticeships on offer for 2012/13 for the Council; and

(d)       That Members support the exploration of the ‘shared apprenticeship’ model.