Background and Context. 1.1 Objectives of this Agreement The purpose of this Performance Delivery Agreement (PDA) is to define, in the context of the resource inputs provided, the main deliverables required from the Office of the State Pathologist (OSP) in 2020 and how their delivery will be measured. The ongoing supports that the Department will provide to the OSP in this regard, and the mechanisms for monitoring and appraisal of performance, form part of the overall governance arrangements between the two parties and as such are set out in the separate but complementary Oversight Agreement 2020-22.
Background and Context. 2.1 New Anglia LEP has been established to work with businesses and partners across the education, voluntary and public sector, to help grow jobs in Norfolk and Suffolk.
Background and Context. 2.1 The LCO is one of the pillars described in the Bury Locality Plan, being responsible for providing high quality, person-centred, integrated care and support to local people, enabling the greatest improvement in outcomes, whilst also reducing cost.
Background and Context. A. The Square Kilometre Array project is a global scientific project to design, construct, and operate an advanced radio telescope in Australia and South Africa consisting of an array of dish receptors and aperture arrays with a combined collecting area of approximately one square kilometre, which will be used to carry out research on the cosmos (the “SKA Project”).
Background and Context. Loughborough University’s mission is: • To increase knowledge and understanding through research which is internationally recognised • To provide a high quality international educational experience with wide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds which prepares our graduates for the global workplace • To influence the economic and social development of individuals, business, professions and communities We want our students to reach their full potential regardless of their background before joining the University. It follows that we are committed to ensuring that finance does not present a barrier to the admission and progression of students whilst recognising that we must secure sufficient resources to maintain the high standard of the student experience which we offer in partnership with Loughborough Students’ Union. The University is located adjacent to Loughborough, a prominent high-technology centre for the East Midlands, on an impressive 433 acre campus which is one of the largest in the UK. Our undergraduate degree programmes, many of which have been developed in partnership with employers, are characterised by a combination of relevance to employment and research-led teaching. The majority of courses offer a sandwich year opportunity enabling students to develop their skills further. Where applicable to the discipline, all degrees have received accreditation from the relevant professional body. The nature of many of our courses means that prior knowledge in certain subjects, e.g. mathematics or science, is often required for admission. Our teaching quality is rated amongst the highest nationally and our students have an outstanding record for employability. The University’s location and the distinctive nature of its degree programmes has resulted in an undergraduate student body that is predominately full-time, the majority of whom are young and living away from home . We recruit nationally accepting students from all parts of the United Kingdom. Loughborough is proud of its record for the admission of students from under-represented groups. Within the limits of the statistical significance of the data, we are already meeting or close to the relevant HESA benchmarks for socio-economic group, low participation neighbourhoods, mature students and students in receipt of Disability Allowance.
Background and Context. The Social Service and Well-Being (Wales) Xxx 0000 came into effect on 6th April 2016. Part 9 of the Act sets out specific responsibilities for partners in terms of partnership working and the forming of new governance arrangements. The Act requires that Local Authorities and their Local Health Board establish a Regional Partnership Board to manage and develop service to secure strategic planning and partnership working between local authorities and Local Health Boards and to ensure effective services, care and support are in place to best meet the needs of the population. The objectives of the Regional Partnership Boards are to ensure the partnership bodies work effectively together. Key Requirements for the Regional Partnership Board To respond to the population needs assessment carried out in accordance with section 14 of the Act To ensure that the partnership bodies provide sufficient resources for the partnership arrangements To promote the establishment of pooled budgets where appropriate To ensure that services and resources are used in the most effective and efficient way to improve outcomes for people in their region To ensure that information is shared and used effectively to improve the delivery of services, care and support, using technology and common systems to underpin this To ensure progress on integration of services for the following: - Older people with complex needs and long terms conditions, including dementia - People with learning disabilities - Carers, including young carers - Integrated Family Support Service and pooled budgets and resources - Children with complex needs due to disability or illness To ensure that pooled funds are established and managed in relation to care home accommodation to take effect from 6th April 2018 To ensure that the Regional Implementation plan is being delivered To report annual on the work and progress of the Board to Welsh Government on an annual basis To have oversight of regional grant funding and reports on their usage for example – Delivering Transformation Grant; Intermediate Care Fund; Primary and Community Grant; Carer’s grant. Role of the Regional Partnership Board The crucial roles for the Regional Partnership Board will be to: Ensure that there is an agreed shared vision and a clear direction of travel for service development and integration of health, care and wellbeing Ensure that there are shared plans and strategies in place (supported by appropriate business ca...
Background and Context. 1.1 Objectives of this Agreement The purpose of this Agreement is to define, in the context of the resource inputs provided, the targets by which the performance of the Policing Authority will be measured in 2023. The ongoing supports that the Department of Justice will provide to the Authority in this regard, and the mechanisms for monitoring and appraising performance, form part of the overall governance arrangements between the two parties and as such are set out in the separate but complementary multiannual Oversight Agreement.
Background and Context. 1.1 Objectives of this Agreement The purpose of this Agreement is to define, in the context of the resource inputs provided, the targets by which the performance of Forensic Science Ireland (FSI) will be measured in 2023. The ongoing supports that the Department of Justice will provide to FSI in this regard, and the mechanisms for monitoring and appraising performance, form part of the overall governance arrangements between the two parties and as such are set out in the separate but complementary multiannual Oversight Agreement.
Background and Context. Leeds Trinity University has a successful history and strong track record in the recruitment of students from under-represented groups. The Catholic social mission of the University is played out in our desire to empower individuals, regardless of their background or route into higher education, to achieve their true potential and reach the highest standards possible.
Background and Context. Edge Hill University has a long and successful history of commitment to widening participation with a strong track record in the recruitment of students from under- represented groups and in the provision of high quality teaching, learning and student support services that sustain good rates of progression and achievement. We lead the region in Aimhigher and consistently perform at or above our HEFCE benchmark for participation, diversity and efficiency. The decision to implement variable tuition fees has been taken with a view to providing a range of financial support schemes targeted to students where the level of family income could be a disincentive to participation in higher education, offering direct support to student learning and to securing further investment in the infrastructure that supports these areas. We expect 50 – 60% of our students to benefit through these schemes as detailed in later sections. Our Bursaries and Scholarships Scheme was awarded the ‘Outstanding Student Support Financial Package’ in the Times Higher Awards 2006. In addition, we wish to extend our provision of outreach activities and develop progression opportunities through our partnership arrangements to further widen our student base. Our on-course package, which emphasises life-cycle support, is designed to enhance our ability to attract students from groups that have not previously considered higher education as a viable option whilst the recognition of excellence in areas especially pertinent to our mission and long-term development aims adds an important extra dimension. This Access Agreement has been developed in the light of our most recent Corporate Planning Statement and its perceived strengths demonstrating our existing commitment to the widening participation agenda:
