What are ALEOs?
ALEOs are arm's-length companies, trusts or partnerships that operate independently from the council but remain subject to an element of council control or influence.
Control or influence is often demonstrated through the council owning shares in an organisation, being a major funder, having representation on the board of directors or being able to impact the organisation's financial or operating policies.
What are our responsibilities regarding ALEOs?
We remain accountable for the public services which are delivered through ALEOs. We require to demonstrate that any public funds spent through it's arm's-length bodies represent Best Value and support the council in delivering The Plan for North Lanarkshire.
We deliver a variety of services through ALEOs and has control or influence over a number of external bodies.
Council (owned) companies:
Joint Venture Strategic Partnerships (33% council ownership):
- Amey Public Services LLP
- Mears Scotland LLP
Statutory Bodies and Joint Boards:
- Lanarkshire Valuation Joint Board
- Strathclyde Partnership for Transport and Concessionary Travel
- Health and Social Care North Lanarkshire