Decision

The Overview & Scrutiny Co-ordination & Finance Committee has decided to approve recommendations for governance and scrutiny

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Committee

summary: The decision involves reviewing and implementing good practice recommendations for governance and scrutiny

topline: The Overview & Scrutiny Co-ordination & Finance Committee has decided to approve recommendations for governance and scrutiny

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the scrutiny of policies and the involvement of Cabinet members

affected_stakeholders: ["Chair", "Head of Governance", "Committee members", "Cabinet members"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There is no mention of political parties in the decision

URL: https://democracy.northtyneside.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=390

Decision Maker: Overview & Scrutiny Co-ordination & Finance Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content:   As requested by the Chair, the Head of Governance reported to the Committee the findings from, and good practice recommendations made by, the Centre for Governance and Scrutiny (CfGS).   The Committee were also provided an update on the strong progress made in implementing these good practice recommendations and suggestions for future areas of development.   Members agreed that Cabinet member input into the Committee was vital in order to achieve timely scrutinization of policies.   The Committee noted the reports findings.

Date of Decision: July 10, 2024