Friday 4 October 2013

It’s been a good week I think.  Last week's Peer Review went very well and we’ll share the outcomes with you when we get the final report in a few weeks. One of the most encouraging findings for me was the peers' comments about staff culture and morale. They tested this right through the organisation and found high levels of engagement, morale and knowledge around our vision, objectives and most importantly how we work together. The new buildings are helping here as are new systems and processes underpinned by some good management practice. No room for complacency and always opportunities to improve.

I managed to fluke third place in the Wiltshire fantasy league football August manager of the month competition, missing out on a £5 prize by just 33 points. Thanks to Kate Knowles for organising the league. I may have had some help with team selection (from Maggie and Carolyn).

I met with the Chief Constable and his Deputy earlier this week with my CD colleagues to talk about our shared transformation programme as well as the important issues of child sexual exploitation and domestic violence. We are focusing on these issues as they are vitally important for us to work in partnership to improve outcomes in the county. We’re making good progress.

Speak again in a week or so.

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Carlton