Summary
Minutes of the Senior Executive Team meeting 22 January 2025.
Main Discussion Points:
Woodland Creation - 10,500 ha projected for 2024/25, with expected attrition reducing this to 8–10,000 ha.
Infrastructure developments (e.g. power lines) may lead to woodland removal; compensatory planting is a concern.
Finance. Budget tracking well; all senior leaders to validate their budgets.
2025/26 focus: better integration between Finance and budget holders, headcount planning.
Corporate Plan & Strategy - final comments received; launch planned for March.
Suggestions to include woodland creation highlights and innovation infographics.
Business plan to follow Corporate Plan approval.
People Survey. 81% response rate; strong scores in learning, skills, and flexibility.
Communications team to support response strategy.
Focus areas: purpose, change management, systems, pay, and rewards.
