Background information

The Localism Act 2011 included provisions for councils to reconsider their governance arrangements.  Oxford has reviewed its structures through a Cross Party Member Reference Group. 

Why is the item on the agenda?

Committee asked to pre-scrutinise the proposals from the Cross Party Member Reference Group that will be considered at the City Executive Board on the 10^th. April and passed to Council on the 22^nd. April for agreement.

The proposals are attached.

Who has been invited to comment?

William Reed – Democratic Services Manager.

Jeremy Thomas – Head of Law and Governance.

Councillor Price – Leader of the Council

What will happen after the meeting?

Any comments or recommendations will be passed to the City Executive Board and Council.