The council's
Overview and Scrutiny function is a statutory requirement and
is carried out through three Overview and Scrutiny
Committees. They are not decision-making bodies, but they do
have the power to influence, review, investigate and
persuade.
Each
Committee looks at council policies, decisions and services within
the Committee's respective remit to ensure that they are
relevant, efficient and cost-effective. It allows Members who are
not part of the Cabinet to
influence decisions and actions of the Council. The Committees can
also suggest improvements or savings through their recommendations,
although they are not binding.
The
Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Place) is responsible for the
following service areas:
- Regeneration
- Town
Centre
- Parks
- Street
Cleansing
- Waste
and Recycling
Overview and
Scrutiny Committees must met at least 5 times per year and have
their initial meeting dates for the upcoming year agreed at full
Council, but can meet as and when required. Members of the public
are able to speak at Overview and Scrutiny Committee
meetings.