NIFCA STATUS
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Publish a Plan on its website by 31 March, setting out the main objectives & priorities for the next financial year. A copy will be sent to the Secretary of State. After the end of each financial year, publish a Report on its website describing its activities, performance & a summary of audited financial information in that year, by 30 November. A copy will be sent to the Secretary of State. IFCA staff will have annual performance management plans in place. Annual appraisals for all staff will have been completed by 31 March each year. An efficient secretariat of IFCA staff support IFCA Authority meetings which are held quarterly & are quorate. Meeting documentation will meet Standing Orders. Demonstrate in its Annual Report, how marine, land & water management mechanisms in the IFCA District have worked responsively & effectively together.
NIFCA maintained strong governance and effective management throughout 2025-26, ensuring the Authority remained accountable, transparent, and focused on delivering its strategic objectives. The Authority published its Annual Plan and Annual Report in accordance with statutory requirements, while robust performance management arrangements remained in place, including annual staff appraisals and quarterly quorate Authority meetings. Governance continued to be supported by a comprehensive framework of policies and procedures, which were regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changing legislation, guidance, and best practice. Regular Senior Management Team meetings provided strategic oversight of performance, priorities, asset management, and service delivery. Investment in staff development and wellbeing increased during the year through training opportunities, the introduction of an Employee Assistance Programme, and NIFCA's first Employee Satisfaction survey. The Authority also benefited from an engaged membership, with new Councillor Members receiving induction support following local elections and all Members participating in appraisal and development activities. NIFCA's commitment to accountability was further demonstrated through the annual internal audit undertaken by Northumberland County Council, which confirmed that appropriate governance and financial management arrangements remained in place. Collectively, these measures ensured the Authority remained well managed, resilient, and capable of delivering its statutory duties and strategic priorities.
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