Monitoring
Evaluation
The RES has been informed by extensive evidence work, drawing on regional, local and national research, policy and assessments. However, we need to refresh constantly the evidence base for the RES and evaluate programmes and actions agreed through the East of England Implementation Plan. Evaluation is important to:
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understand and demonstrate the impact of programmes and projects
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improve decision-making, effectiveness and value for money
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celebrate success.
The East of England Implementation Plan and supporting sub-regional delivery plans are intended to be ‘living’ documents, kept fresh through a cycle of monitoring, reporting, evaluation and business planning. The diagram at Figure 16 outlines a ‘logic chain’ for ensuring activities are optimally positioned to deliver the RES vision.xxxiv
