Connecting the dots: Using performance, finance and risk information together to inform decisions, scrutiny and assurance - 27 January 2026

Presentations and a webinar recording from this event are now available.


Performance, finance and risk reporting: Guidance and top tips

The LGA has published new guidance on how performance, finance and risk can be managed and reported in an integrated way, with the aim of supporting good decision making as well as better monitoring and oversight.

Designed to be useful for both officers working in these fields and elected members who are portfolio holders, committee chairs and on scrutiny and audit committees, the publication includes links to council case studies and top tips.

Speakers' presentation: Connecting the dots

  • Heather Wills, Assistant Director Corporate Programmes, Local Government Association 
  • Cllr Anthony McKeown, Leader, High Peak Council
  • Nancy Clarkson, Intelligence Manager, Wirral Council
  • Nick Byrom, Strategic Performance Manager, Westminster City Council

Watch the webinar