This dataset provides details of all transactions made using the Council’s Government Procurement Cards, published in line with the Local Government Transparency Code.
The information supports public accountability by showing how purchasing cards are used for low‑value, routine or urgent expenditure.
The dataset contains the following fields:
Organisation_Name – The organisation processing the payment.
Directorate – The high‑level management area responsible.
Department – The specific department incurring the spend.
Service_Plan – The service area which the cost was incurred.
Creditor_Name – Supplier or individual receiving the payment.
Payment_Date – When the payment was made.
Transaction_No – Internal dataset reference to help us identify the transaction
Card_Transaction – Shows if paid by purchase card.
Net_Amount – Cost excluding VAT.
Irrecoverable_VAT – VAT that cannot be reclaimed.
Subjective_Group – High‑level spend category.
Subjective_Subgroup – More specific spend classification.
Subjective_Detail – Most detailed code describing the expense type.
Personal data and information that could compromise security or commercial confidentiality are removed or anonymised in accordance with the Transparency Code and data protection legislation.