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BEDFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL THREE STAR STATUS

Early day motion 1956, tabled 19 July 2007 by Andrew Selous (Conservative). Signed by 12 members.

That this House congratulates Bedfordshire County Council on becoming one of the fastest improving councils ever with the recent award of a three star, or good comprehensive performance assessment rating from the Audit Commission; recognises that Bedfordshire County Council has moved, under a Conservative administration, from a zero star rating to a three star rating in under three years; further recognises praise from the inspectors for the authority's strong political leadership and committed staff and notable improvements in priority areas such as children's services and highways maintenance; and notes that the authority is striving to provide excellence in all its services while seeking to achieve the greatest possible value for money for Bedfordshire residents.

Signatures by party: Conservative 11, Labour 1.