The purpose
of the Scrutiny Committee is:
·
To review or scrutinise decisions made,
or other actions taken by the Cabinet, Leader or Cabinet
Members.
·
To make reports or recommendations to the
County Council or the Executive, requiring an Executive response
within 2 months.
·
To make reports or recommendations to the
County or the Executive on matters which affect the
authority’s area or residents.
Scrutiny is
an essential part of ensuring that local government remains
transparent, accountable and open, resulting in improved public
services, policies and outcomes.
The
Committee has the power to require the Leader, Cabinet Members and
Senior Managers to attend before it and answer questions. It can
also invite other persons to attend, answer questions or provide
evidence.
The
Committee also meets once a year as the Crime and Disorder
Committee (which scrutinises authorities responsible for crime and
disorder strategies).