Overview & Scrutiny is the name given to the system of
checks and balances implemented to monitor and review the activity
of the Cabinet and also assist them in developing
policy.
Overview & Scrutiny has two key roles:
Overview:
- To assist the Council and Cabinet in the development of new
policy
- To assist the Cabinet by giving comments on issues identified
as "Key Decisions" prior to a decision being made
- To contribute to major service reviews at scoping and "key
issues" stages
- To assist the Cabinet by giving comments on selected Service
& Budget Plans at their draft stage
Scrutiny:
- Scrutinise performance management information to ensure that
the Council is performing to agreed targets and to agreed Action
Plans
- Determine "call-ins" of decisions made but not yet implemented
by the Cabinet or an officer
- Scrutinise particular "Key Decisions" and other aspects of
Cabinet activity to ensure compliance with agreed Council policies
and plans.
- Evaluate the impact of Council and or Cabinet decisions and
policies
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