Issue

SMART targets

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Hackney Council's performance monitoring framework is under scrutiny regarding target setting and data quality.

Hackney Council's Scrutiny Panel is examining its performance monitoring framework. Concerns were raised on 08 October 2026 about the appropriateness of target setting and the quality of data used in key performance indicators (KPIs). The panel discussed challenges in measuring qualitative outcomes and integrating risk management.

The discussion included questions about Stage 1 and Stage 2 Complaints Over Time Target Setting and 'Data Only' Indicators. SMART targets are performance targets that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Key facts

  1. Hackney Council's performance monitoring framework is facing scrutiny from its Scrutiny Panel. Source
  2. Concerns were raised about target setting and data quality. Source
  3. The Scrutiny Panel met on 08 October 2026. Source
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